Many people believe that chewing gum is an effective weight loss tool. Some report it helps keep them away from mindless eating, while others swear it keeps their cravings away or helps shape their ...

Contrary to popular diet advice, chewing gum may not help people eat less or lose weight, new research suggests. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and ...

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Varieties of gum with sugar can lead to increased cavities, but those with an artificial sweetener may help prevent cavities. However, one common gum sweetener called aspartame may link to cancer.