I’ve only thought of chewing gum as negative – bad for your teeth and stomach, made of strange substances, and a no no if you’ve got braces. But apparently there are some positives to consider as well. A recent research study found that chewing gum raises your heart rate and increases energy burn while walking.
The most intriguing potential benefit in my mind is if gum can help you with stress or anxiety, perhaps as a substitute for crunchy comfort food.
A lot of this comes down to how you feel about artificial sweeteners, what’s the state of your digestion, and whether or not you enjoy gum.
If you’re concerned about gum the first article will reinforce that. But if you love gum, the next two articles will give you reasons to give up any guilt you have about your habit. Just don’t throw it out on the sidewalk!
How chewing gun could be messing with your health | INSIDER
Benefits Of Chewing Gum—for Your Mind and Body | Reader’s Digest
Can You Walk And Chew Gum? Then Start Chewing For a Healthier Workout | HuffPost
