Cuong Cao and Keir Carnie reveal how plastic chewing gum releases high levels of microplastics into the body, exposing health ...

Varieties of gum with sugar can lead to increased cavities, but those with an artificial sweetener may help prevent cavities. However, one common gum sweetener called aspartame may link to cancer.

When you pop a piece of gum in your mouth, you might be hoping to freshen your breath, relieve some stress, or just get a bit of flavor. But you could also be getting thousands of microplastics ...

That innocent pack of gum sitting in your pocket might be doing more than freshening your breath. While most of us reach for gum without a second thought, this seemingly harmless habit can trigger ...

Recent scientific research reveals that the simple act of chewing gum offers several unexpected health benefits. While many people chew gum for fresh breath or enjoyment, studies show this habit can ...

LONDON - FEBRUARY 21: Some of the estimated 300,000 pieces of used chewing gum that litter Oxford Street are seen as pedestrians walk by, as capital cities are due to hold a joint summit for the first ...

The ingredients in chewing gum are generally safe for people to consume, and the act of chewing may have both mental and physical health benefits. However, some people may experience jaw pain or ...

Do you struggle to stay focused at work or school? Well, the act of chewing gum can actually help improve your cognitive performance. Studies have shown that chewing gum can increase blood flow to the ...

Swallowing gum is a common occurrence, often fueled by childhood myths. While the idea of gum lingering for years is false, it typically exits the body within days through the digestive system.

Chewing gum sales exceed 4 billion dollars in the U.S. alone. People chew gum for many reasons. For instance, chewing gum is assumed to stimulate the production of saliva and freshen breath, clean ...