Gum chewing independently arose across different cultures and regions at different times, says Jennifer Mathews, an ...

“Our initial hypothesis was that the synthetic gums would have a lot more microplastics because the base is a type of plastic ...

According to rave lore and good old-fashioned know-how, if you're planning to take drugs at a rave, such as MDMA, known as ...

First, by subjects chewing a piece of gum for four minutes and taking a saliva ... because the grinding of teeth causes the plastic to break off. “The plastic released into saliva is a small ...

General well-being depends on excellent oral health, but many individuals ignore typical dental issues until they become worse. Dental problems may strike without warning and compromise your capacity ...

If you enjoy a refreshing stick of gum now and then, you may be biting off more than you should chew. A recent pilot study found that chewing gum – even those labeled "natural" – can release ...

However, excessive chewing can lead to jaw strain or TMJ disorders, and gums with sugar alcohols may cause bloating or gas.