Researchers say it could eventually work alongside existing treatments, or even help stop infections before they start.

Researchers have developed a protein-infused chewing gum that can neutralize up to 99% of cancer-linked microbes in the mouth.

Flu's spread could be reduced by antiviral chewing gum made from beans, suggests a study. Scientists used a clinical-grade gum in experiments to "substantially" lower viral loads of two herpes simplex ...

Humans have been chewing gum for thousands of years, long after the flavor fades and without any clear nutritional benefit. The habit dates back at least 8,000 years to Scandinavia, where people ...