Chewing gum made from mastic resin is a Greek staple that has some benefits for the mouth and gut. But it won’t change your ...

The base for conventional chewing gum contains food-grade plastic polymers. Natural gums, however, are known for their non-synthetic ingredients like tree sap and plant-based wax. But a researcher at ...

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People who indulge in chewing gum might be unwittingly upping their microplastic intake, according to a study from the United States. Saliva tests on 10 different brands revealed that just one piece ...

A study by the American Chemical Society finds chewing gum can release hundreds to thousands of microplastics into saliva, raising concerns about potential health effects. Chewing gum is the latest ...

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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 ...

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Chewing gum is the latest item found to release microplastics into our bodies. A pilot study from the American Chemical Society found that chewing gum can release hundreds to thousands of ...