A study reveals that by chewing gum we could be releasing hundreds of microplastics into our mouths. What does this mean for our health? Scientists are investigating the possible effects of this daily ...

Not to burst your bubble, but your gum might be packed with plastic. A new study found that chewing a single piece releases ...

Chewing gum releases hundreds to thousands of microplastics into your mouth, a new study suggests.. Chewing gum's base ingredient is synthetic rubber, which is a type of plastic. A stick of gum is ...

New study finds chewing gum releases up to 637 microplastic particles in just minutes, with 94% released in the first 8 minutes regardless of gum type.

Your Favorite Gum Is Shedding Microplastics, According to a New UCLA Study. Researchers found that chewing gum — from both synthetic and natural brands — released an average of 100 plastic ...

Chewing gum releases hundreds of tiny plastic pieces straight into people's mouths, researchers said on Tuesday, also warning of the pollution created by the rubber-based sweet.

Along with dyes and preservatives, people should also be aware of microplastics in food. Researchers at UCLA analyzed the contents of chewing gum and found on average, one gram of gum releases ...