Understanding why gum chewing can make you gassy, and how to manage it, helps separate myth from science and allows you to ...

Sugar-free gum with polyols such as sorbitol and xylitol is most likely to cause gas because of fermentation in the colon.

Chewing gum has long been a popular activity for fresh breath, stress relief, and even curbing appetite. But does chewing gum before a meal really help you eat less, or could it actually cause you to ...