Gum makers have claimed, for decades, chewing is good for your mental health. They’re kind of on to something.

Chewing gum is an everyday item we often buy on a whim, chew for a little while, and then throw away without much thought.

As a parent, you're no doubt familiar with the choking hazards most candies present for babies and small toddlers. Generally speaking, anything that's hard (like a Jolly Rancher), sticky, chewy, gummy ...

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 ...

You might think chewing gum is harmless. It helps freshen your breath, keeps your jaw busy, sharpens your focus when you're ...

Fifteen years ago, Peter Lucas ate nearly five pounds of carrots. For science. Lucas researches feeding in mammals, and he wanted to see if he could eat enough root vegetables to meet his body’s ...

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 ...

Should you chew gum if you’re trying to lose weight? Possibly, though you certainly don’t have to start a gum habit if you don’t already chew gum. Here’s the lowdown: Chewing a stick or two of gum won ...

Chewing gum was a childhood rite for most Americans. Back in elementary school, gum was tantamount to currency. A few pieces of gum could immediately turn you into one of the most powerful and ...

The public is starting to understand that they can find microplastics in their food, particularly seafood, but exposure from ...

A day after National Coffee Day, National Chewing Gum Day is here to refresh and tame your caffeine breath. It also might be a time to reflect on some of the most popular brands of chewing gum from ...