Extra Chewing Gum, Sugar Free, Ice Peppermint Flavour, Chewing Gum 46 Pieces, 64g

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In a small 2012 study in university students, chewing gum for 2 weeks decreased participants’ feelings of stress, particularly in relation to academic workload ( 31). Studies have also found that chewing gum may reduce stress and increase feelings of alertness ( 22, 29, 30).

Preservatives. These are added to extend shelf life. The most popular choice is an organic compound called butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). The sugar alcohols used to sweeten sugar-free gum have a laxative effect when consumed in large amounts.

This could be due to the act of chewing, which has been linked to reduced levels of stress hormones such as cortisol ( 32, 33). Inflammation, oxidative stress, and cancer have also been observed in studies that have treated rats with titanium dioxide ( 8). One research review suggests that regularly chewing gum may trigger headaches in people prone to migraine episodes and tension-type headaches ( 53). Synthetic food colorings such as Red Dye 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Blue 1 have been linked to health issues. However, the FDA has approved these dyes, stating that while most children consume these additives with no adverse effects, some may show sensitivity to them ( 16, 17).

This is because it’s both sweet and low in calories, giving you a sweet taste without negatively affecting your diet. Furthermore, chewing gum after a meal increases saliva flow. This helps wash away harmful sugars and food debris, both of which feed bacteria in your mouth ( 47). Summary At the moment, the amount and type of titanium dioxide people are exposed to in food is generally considered safe. Nevertheless, more research is needed to determine the safe consumption limit ( 9, 10, 11). Aspartame Its use is controversial, as some animal studies suggest that high doses can cause cancer. However, the results are mixed, and other studies haven’t found this effect ( 1, 2). Animal studies have suggested that aspartame is a chemical carcinogen in rodents and that prenatal exposure to aspartame increases cancer risk in rodent offspring ( 12).

Experts don’t fully understand how chewing gum improves memory. One theory is that this improvement is due to increased blood flow to the brain caused by chewing gum. Chewing gum often contains titanium dioxide, which adds a shiny finish to added colors, which may include the above-mentioned synthetic colors and more ( 17).

In fact, one study found that chewing xylitol-sweetened gum reduced the amount of bad bacteria in the mouth by up to 75% ( 46). BHT is an antioxidant that’s added to many processed foods as a preservative. It stops food from going bad by preventing fats from becoming rancid. This is because xylitol prevents the growth of the bacteria that cause tooth decay and bad breath ( 44, 45). More research is needed, but the researchers suggested that people who experience migraine might want to limit their gum chewing. SummaryInterestingly, there is also some evidence that chewing gum may increase your metabolic rate ( 42). However, the overall results are mixed. Some studies have reported that chewing gum does not affect appetite or energy intake over the course of a day ( 39, 40). One randomized controlled trial found that students who chewed gum over a period of 7 or 19 days had reduced scores for depression, anxiety, and stress compared to those who did not. Those who chewed gum also achieved greater academic success ( 26). It’s highly controversial and has been claimed to cause a range of conditions, from headaches to obesity to cancer. It’s better for your teeth than regular, sugar-sweetened gum. This is because sugar feeds the “bad” bacteria in your mouth, which can damage your teeth.