Chewing gum is bad 6 reasons to quit

Chewing gum is bad 6 reasons to quit

Many of us resort to a pack of gum to freshen our breath before going out in public. Some of us use chewing gum because we’ve been told that it can reduce the occurrence of cavities, but is chewing gum really good for health?

Gastrointestinal problems  Chewing gum makes us swallow excess air, which can lead to pain and bloating.  When gum is chewed, we are sending a sign to our body that the food is about to enter and body start to produce acids to digest it  This can cause bloating, excessive production of acid in the stomach and can impair the body’s ability to produce enough digestive secretions when actually the food enters.

Damage to teeth  If the choice gum contains sugar, you’re basically giving your teeth a bath of sugar, while chewing which can contribute to tooth decay  If you prefer to chew the sugarless gum, it most likely contains acidic flavorings and preservatives that can lead to tooth erosion.

Linked to tumors  Most chewing gums contain artificial sweetener known as aspartame.  This sweetener has been linked to birth defects, cancer and brain tumors.

Jaw Problems

 For some people chewing gum is bad because it can cause mouth disorders.

This is especially true for people with pre-existing jaw conditions like TMJ (Temporomandibular joint dysfunction).  But even if you don’t have a serious problem, excessive gum chewing can aggravate the cartilage and surrounding joints in the mouth through extra wear and tear.

Tummy aches  Chewing gum brings in an excess of swallowed air which can put pressure on the intestine and cause cramping and bloating.  For those who suffer from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) this can be really bad.

More Cavities  Chewing gum is marketed for its effectiveness in cleaning teeth after meals to reduce cavities.  Well research has shown that chewing gum actually pushes food and bacteria deeper inside the teeth.  Both sugar and sugar-free gums interfere with good bacteria, tamper with local mouth immunity and in turn cause cavities in kids and adults.

Above all chewing gums are non-eco-friendly. We all have experienced stepping on a chewed gum and it sticking to our shoes! Chewing gum is a definite environmental nuisance. Just keep these factors in mind whenever you wish to chew a gum next time.

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