And if you redecorate your home and sand down the old paintwork, the plastic binders in the paint can release microplastics ...

Chewing gum filled in some of those gaps and its primary purpose across cultures was to clean the teeth, freshen the breath, and boost oral health, Mathews explains. Mastic and chicle alike are ...

By the time Wrigley began his business venture, Americans had grown accustomed to chewing ... that makes gum more likely to stick to itself rather than to surfaces like your teeth.

This is because chewing gum boosts saliva production. "This natural increase in saliva flow reduces the risk of cavities and stains, keeping your teeth cleaner and healthier," Fraundorf explained.

It also helps clear the mouth of any food debris that may get caught between teeth. Emerging research suggests that chewing sugar-free gum might also help with appetite control. Chewing gum may ...

Not to burst your bubble, but your gum might be packed with plastic. A new study found that chewing a single piece releases hundreds — if not thousands — of microplastics into your saliva ...