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Needing expert help. i have heard from somewhere that excess chewing of gum causes cancer?
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That is not correct: There is no truth in that statement. So ignore this matter and do not be concerned about it.
Answered 12/1/2013
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Saccharin: Some sugarless gum contains saccharin. Studies have argued that there is a link between saccharin and cancer. Many of the studies are flawed. Likely you would need to consume an extremely large amount of gum for anything to happen.
Answered 12/10/2013
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