Chewing gum releases hundreds of microplastics into saliva, which can accumulate in the body and potentially cause chronic diseases. Both natural and synthetic gums release similar amounts of ...

In fact, plastic is so widespread that it has triggered a new geological epoch. Now, researchers have added chewing gum to the growing list of products that expose humans to microplastics.

Chewing gum releases hundreds of tiny plastic pieces straight into people’s mouths, researchers said on Tuesday, also warning of the pollution created by the rubber-based sweet. The small study ...

You may enjoy chewing gum, but if you have TMJ disorder, you should avoid it. Your jaw is the most constantly used joint in the body. Limiting excessive use of the joint and muscles alleviates ...

Mc Bull, famous for chewing miraa (khat) in his skits, arrived on the show with his mouth full of the substance, staying true to his signature style. However, he was quick to clarify that his miraa ...

Most chewing gum on sale is made from a variety of oil-based synthetic rubbers – similar to the plastic material used in car tyres. If you find that thought slightly unsettling, you are not alone.

“It was to the point where you’re thinking you’re choking. I thought to myself, ‘Am I not chewing it properly?’” Following this incident, Longstaff visited a doctor, who advised him to ...

Your chewing gum may have some of the same ingredients as plastic grocery bags and tires, but a U.K. campaign aims to put a stop to this. Environmental nonprofit City to Sea is teaming up with plastic ...

Gum chewing has been shown to boost blood flow to the brain, enhancing alertness, focus and cognitive function. South Korean researchers discovered that another substance may be even more ...

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