Question 1

is chewing gum bad for health?

Accepted Answer

Here/there is OK: Sugarless gum is probably not a bad thing..But anything in excess is not a good thing. Sugarless gum contains sorbitol...A laxitive and so excessive use may cause some stomach/intestinal upset etc...
Also, excessive chewing will strain your jaws/tmj, wear-out your teeth etc...So, moderation, rorome!
be sensible, stay healthy...
Good luck.

Question 2

does chewing gum makes you grow fatter?

Accepted Answer

NO: No, but overeating and lack of exercise will.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: chewing gum?

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Really?: Chewing gum is a type of gum made of chicle, a natural latex product, or synthetic rubber known as polyisobutylene. -wiki

from a dental perspective though, chewing gum can play a number of roles both positive and negative: from substitution for a smoking habit to the cause of jaw pain. Chewing gum can help cause or help prevent decay! ask your dentist for more information.

Question 4

can chewing gum make you fat?

Accepted Answer

No: Chewing gum will not make you fat, unless you chew massive amounts of gum.

Question 5

will chewing gum make tmd worse?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!: If you've got tmd (temporomandibular disorders), don't chew gum.

Question 6

does chewing gum cause cavities?

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Sugared gum does: If you are going to chew gum, best to find a sugarless one.  The others are certain promoters of decay.

Question 7

is excessive chewing gum bad for us?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most gums have sugar content. And please - don't chew like a cow.

Question 8

can chewing gum broaden your jawline?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Your jaw muscles would tire out before any hint of broadening. However if you chew gum constantly it may increase the size of your jaw muscles which would give the impression of a broadened jaw.

Question 9

can lockjaw be caused by chewing gum?

Accepted Answer

Metal gum: Not the lockjaw process you get from tetanus. If chewing gum causes you jaw claudication, you need to see a ENT or maxillofacial specialist. On the other hand and as a fellow gum chewer, switch brands, get the softest, sugarless gum you can.

Question 10

does chewing gum help relieve stress?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely a cure: Perhaps, a temporary relief; however, transmitting stress to jaw muscles and joints is not ideal through excessive chewing is not a good idea.  Relaxation therapy is a better place to start.  Seek assistance down that road.

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