Watch as the gum base is processed, flavored, and shaped into familiar pieces, ready to be packaged. Learn how modern factories ensure that every piece of gum is consistent, flavorful, and ready ...

Young men are buying “Facial Fitness” chewing gum that promises to bulk up their jawlines. But dentists say the products are not particularly effective or safe. By Callie Holtermann A square ...

The authors were surprised to find that chewing natural gums didn’t really make a difference. The average number of microplastics in 1 gram of synthetic gum was 104, and in natural gum it was 96.

An unrelated 2016 study found that gum chewing is a significant source of phthalate exposure. Phthalates are chemicals used to increase the flexibility and durability of plastics.

Q: Mint gum is the only thing that gets me through the workday. Is all that chewing bad for my health? If you’re a regular gum chewer, you’re in good company. In one 2019 study of over 3,000 U ...