“In some rare instances, swallowing gum could cause an issue. For young children or individuals with a history of gastrointestinal surgeries or inflammation, such as from Crohn’s disease, swallowing a ...

Chewing gum may shed microplastics into saliva, a new study has found.

Today, most companies’ gum base is a proprietary blend of synthetic and natural ingredients: If a packet lists “gum base” as an ingredient, that gum most likely contains synthetic polymers.

Researchers at UCLA found that chewing gum – even gum labeled "natural" – can release hundreds to thousands of microplastics per piece into saliva and potentially be ingested.

Most of the study’s gum shed the majority of its microplastics during the first couple minutes of chewing.

Gum boils are swollen, pus-filled bumps on the gums. Treatment involves medication and dental procedures, while home remedies may reduce discomfort.

A new study suggests you could be ingesting thousands of microplastics with every piece of gum, a startling discovery as these particles have been linked to three chronic diseases.

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.

Working to improve your gum health and prevent gum disease can actually improve your overall health, too.

Chewing gum is a common habit for many people. For whatever reason people chew gum, it seems like a harmless treat.