People who chew sugarless gum and eat sugarless sweets are at risk for chronic diarrhea and severe weight loss, according to a new study published this week in the British Medical Association journal, ...

Sugar-free gum may not do as much good for your teeth as you thought, according to new research. (Photo: Flickr/Kyle Lam) Sugar-free chewing gum flavored with xylitol is often touted as “good” for ...

It may sound too good to be true: One simple, science-backed remedy for anxiety is chewing gum. (And, no, I don't work for a gum company!) Chewing gum is generally good for your health, if you stick ...

(KUTV) — Chewing gum can be both harmful and helpful to the health of your teeth and overall mouth. The determining factor is the type of gum you choose to chew. “Chewing gum is a completely ...

Q: I take exception to your advice to a 14-year-old having trouble with constipation. You suggested chewing sugarless gum. That is terrible advice for a teenager. Our 17-year-old granddaughter had a ...

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Hate flossing, but still want a commercial-worthy smile? You have probably wondered "Is chewing gum better than flossing?" I reached out to two dentists to find out the truth. If you follow their ...

FILE - A dentist holds a model of teeth and a toothbrush in Seattle on Friday, Aug. 3, 2018. For many years, studies have shown that gum diseases are tied to premature birth. Scientists believe ...