Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Little kids may want bubblegum, but they shouldn't be chewing it until they're around 5, experts say. (Image: Getty; illustrated ...

Feeling sluggish or stressed? Popping a piece of gum might help you refocus on the task at hand — at least, that’s what some candy companies want you to believe. According to the Associated Press, ...

Chewing gum has long been a popular activity for fresh breath, stress relief, and even curbing appetite. But does chewing gum before a meal really help you eat less, or could it actually cause you to ...

Thousands of tonnes of plastic pollution could be escaping into the environment every year . . . from our mouths. Most chewing gum on sale is made from a variety of oil-based synthetic rubbers—similar ...

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 ...

Chewing gum is a habit that exists without thinking too much about it. But people who are almost always chewing gum usually have these 10 highly intelligent traits.

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 ...

Contrary to popular diet advice, chewing gum may not help people eat less or lose weight, new research suggests. In fact, the study, published in the April issue of the journal Eating Behaviors, ...