Mars Wrigley employee Tammy Steffek folds over a sheeting of Extra gum pellets at the company’s innovation lab Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in Chicago. From stress relief to concentration aid, gum makers ...

On the cold Monday evening of July 3, a young man looking for a good time in a club in Nairobi's Lang'ata found himself stuck in a nightmare instead. By around 3am, the man, who is still too ...

Candy companies want to know: What will make Americans start chewing gum again? Gum’s bubble burst during the COVID-19 pandemic, when masks and social distancing made bad breath less of a worry and ...

That innocent pack of gum sitting in your pocket might be doing more than freshening your breath. While most of us reach for gum without a second thought, this seemingly harmless habit can trigger ...

Varieties of gum with sugar can lead to increased cavities, but those with an artificial sweetener may help prevent cavities. However, one common gum sweetener called aspartame may link to cancer.

Recent scientific research reveals that the simple act of chewing gum offers several unexpected health benefits. While many people chew gum for fresh breath or enjoyment, studies show this habit can ...

Do you struggle to stay focused at work or school? Well, the act of chewing gum can actually help improve your cognitive performance. Studies have shown that chewing gum can increase blood flow to the ...

It’s been used for centuries as a medicinal resin, long before ‘gut health’ was a buzzword — but studies now back up its benefits.