Gum makers have claimed, for decades, chewing is good for your mental health. They’re kind of on to something.

Chewing gum may seem innocent, but its impact on the body is more significant than many realize. When you chew gum, your body is tricked into thinking you’re about to eat. This triggers the production ...

The artificial sweetener aspartame can be found in everything from chewing gum to fizzy drinks and tabletop sweeteners. A new ...

Recent scientific research reveals that the simple act of chewing gum offers several unexpected health benefits. While many people chew gum for fresh breath or enjoyment, studies show this habit can ...

DAEGU, South Korea — Your brain and your jaw might have a closer relationship than you think. While we’ve long suspected that chewing affects brain function, new research has uncovered a surprising ...

Consumption of miraa affects the sexual capability of men and could lead to heart attack, a new study has revealed. The study by lecturers from Moi University, which was commissioned by the Government ...

New research suggests that even light alcohol use may carry serious risks. A large study in India found that drinking just ...

Dear Heloise: My son and some of his friends have taken up chewing tobacco, which I find disgusting. My son is 18, and his friends are all around his age. While he knows smoking is a health hazard, he ...