Important Information:
Chewing gums are made up of four major ingredients: Synthetic Rubber, Plastic, Sugar, and Coloring (dye). Modern day gums are produced from synthetic polymers, i.e. styrene-butadiene rubbers and polyvinyl acetate. The final product is composed of 60% sugar, 20% corn syrup, and only 20% actual gum material. If the gum you choose contains artifical sweeteners, the situation is worsened. All of these ingredients above quickly pass into your digestive system and bloodstream.
Chewing gum contributes to the development of stomach ulcers.
Chewing stimulates the stomach to secrete acid and the pancreas to produce digestive enzymes that aren't required as there is no food to work on, just the lining of intestinal tract. If you suffer from indigestion or acid reflux, chewing gum could make the situation worse.
Watch this informative video on how chewing gum is made.
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