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Input: Learn the benefits of chewing sugarless gum which can help prevent tooth decay and teeth cavities and increase saliva. Be sure to look for chewing gum that carries The ADA Seal. Skip to Main Content Chewing gum before a meal is often recommended as a way to reduce hunger and eat less. But a recent study published in the journal Eating Behaviors debunks this belief. The study showed gum chewing not only had no effect on calories consumed, but chewing mint-flavored gum reduced the intake of healthy food (fruit) and increased the likelihood of eating junk food such as potato chips and candy. Researchers believe the minty flavor of the gum gave fruits and vegetables a bitter flavor. Chewing gum was thought to be beneficial for health, since it is low in calories, suppresses appetite and can help reduce stress levels. However, recent studies have shown that chewing gum has several side effects that may make want to you reconsider it. Long-term health effects of chewing nicotine gum. From patches to hypnosis to pills and even gum, there are many ways to quit smoking. But is there a downside to these common treatments? We received this question from reader: Dear Dr. Manny, What are the long-term effects of using nicotine gum? Thanks, Theresa . There's no doubt about it that chewing nicotine gum is better than smoking cigarettes. But it still contains small amounts of nicotine - which is what helps reduce withdrawal symptoms in people when they quit smoking. In fact, chewing gum retains its quality for so long that, in most countries, it is not required by law to be labeled with an expiration date. If chewing gum remains in a stable environment, over time the gum may become brittle or lose some of its flavor, but it will never be unsafe to eat. If chewing gum is exposed to moisture, over time water migration may occur, making the gum soggy. Chewing gum can lead to symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), which includes jaw pain associated with the chewing muscles and joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull. Ouch. Overuse of any muscle and joint can lead to pain and problems, says Don Atkins, DDS, a dentist in Long Beach, California. Before you reach for another stick of gum, consider these gross side effects chewing gum can cause. Before you reach for another stick of gum, consider these gross side effects chewing gum can cause. Call Toll Free: 877-985-2695 Subscribe to Dr. Mercola's Natural Health Newsletter As a medicine, xylitol is used to prevent middle ear infections (otitis media) in young children, and as a sugar substitute for people with diabetes. Xylitol is added to some chewing gums and other oral care products to prevent tooth decay and dry mouth. Xylitol is sometimes included in tube feeding formulas as a source of energy. Dog owners should know that xylitol can be toxic to dogs, even when the relatively small amounts from candies are eaten. There have been many reports of side effects, both short and long term, by nicotine gum users. They range from the bizarre (crazy dreams) to the very scary (hair loss, stomach ulcers). We've collected some information on some of the reported side effects of chewing nicotine gum. Recommended: Cheaper and Healthier Alternative We have many readers who are looking to get a new alternative to nicotine gum. 6 Gross Side Effects Of Chewing Gum You'll eat less fruit and more junk food Chewing gum before a meal is often recommended as a way to reduce hunger and eat less.
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effects of chewing gum on health