PUR 100% Xylitol Chewing Gum, Sugarless Wintergreen, Sugar Free + Aspartame Free + Gluten Free, Vegan & Keto Friendly - Healthy, Low Carb, Simply Pure Natural Flavoured Gum, 55 Pieces (Pack of 1)

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Certain varieties of chewing gum containing sugar can lead to cavities, and others containing sugar alcohols may cause gastrointestinal symptoms. In the event of any safety concerns or for any other information about a product please carefully read any instructions provided on the label or packaging and contact the manufacturer. Despite the above statement from the review and assertions about safety from health oversight agencies, the use of these ingredients is controversial.

uk accepts no liability for inaccuracies or misstatements about products by manufacturers or other third parties. However, it states that since people use them for cavity prevention for a shorter duration, they would not have such effects. The leak triggered a heated debate among experts on the benefits and alleged risks of the widespread use of sugar substitutes, also known as non-nutritive sweeteners. As I have written, I even encourage my kids to chew sugar-free gum after eating Halloween candy, because it both promotes oral health and can help keep them from wanting to binge. The most commonly used sugar alcohols in sugar-free gum are xylitol, isomalt, maltitol, mannitol, and sorbitol.

The FDA even acknowledged that navigating different information from health organizations is challenging for consumers. It’s also vegan and made without a whole host of potential allergens, which can come in handy if you have sensitivities, Cording says. Join 322,509 entrepreneurs, innovators and CEOs who rely on our weekly trend report to stay ahead of the crowd.

The act of chewing stimulates salivation which helps to wash away left over food particles in between meals and after snacks. I have chosen to switch away from Wrigley's chewing gum because of the rubbish ingredients and lack of leadership from Mars regarding the ethical development of their chewing gum products. This gum get its sweetness from isomalt (a sugar alcohol), xylitol, and stevia, and comes in flavors like spearmint, cinnamon, citrus, and peppermint. A certain amount of saliva is necessary for a healthy mouth because it helps with food breakdown, swallowing, and cavity prevention. You don’t have to choose between a clean mouth and a clean planet with these 10 eco-friendly toothbrushes, toothpastes, mouthwashes, and more.

Since the appearance of the first industrial-made chewing gums that were not using natural sweeteners, several substances have tried to compete in the market for the best replacement for natural powdered sugar. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented here and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles.