AN extra-strong chewing gum has been created by scientists to help people recover their taste and smell after losing their senses from Covid. The intensely flavoured gum acts like physiotherapy for ...

A raw material – not gold – is having an outsized influence on the fighting in Sudan as it is smuggled to help fund the war effort of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). It is gum arabic, an ...

Gum makers have claimed, for decades, chewing is good for your mental health. They’re kind of on to something. Humans have chewed on gum for millennia. Scientists are still trying to figure out why.

We’ve all heard the myth that swallowed gum stays in your body for seven years. While that’s not true, it’s still generally not great to swallow it, since our digestive system can’t break it down. But ...

Chewing gum is a common habit, whether for fresh breath, stress relief, or simply keeping the mouth busy. For those who are trying to quit smoking or have nervous ticks, chewing gum can bring ...

Swallowing a piece of gum is usually harmless. While your digestive system can't break down the gum's chewy base, the common belief that swallowed gum stays in your system for seven years is just a ...

People with gum disease may have higher levels of brain white matter damage, a new study finds. Researchers observed that participants with gum disease had significantly more white matter ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. In this recent collaboration with the famed gum brand, ...

We all know the ritual of unwrapping a stick of gum before a big date, a job interview or to stay awake during a college lecture or afternoon slump. After all, gum is the ultimate multitasker – ...

Swallowing gum is a common occurrence, often fueled by childhood myths. While the idea of gum lingering for years is false, it typically exits the body within days through the digestive system.

Chewing gum is something many of us reach for without thinking. It’s great for freshening your breath or just to keep your mouth busy. But sometimes, whether you're laughing, talking, or just not ...

For a hit of minty freshness at any time of day, a stick of gum or a breath mint will do the trick. But which is better for you? There is a clear winner here, according to both a dietitian and a ...