India, May 6 -- A new study suggests that bioengineered chewing gum may help reduce harmful microbes linked to oral cancer, offering a novel and potentially accessible approach to treatment (1).

Gum’s the word — and a new study links chewing the right kind to a decrease in preterm birth and delivery of low-birthweight babies in an impoverished African country. “It surprised us all that such a ...

Infections of the gums can trigger inflammation and the spread of bacteria through the bloodstream — and have been linked with a higher risk of premature birth. But use of xylitol chewing gum has been ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. New research might make you rethink that gum habit. Chewing gum, whether natural or synthetic, contains plant-based or synthetic ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My dentist recommends chewing gum after each meal to help clean my teeth. Most gum contains aspartame, xylitol and other chemicals. Do you think this is a good idea? — J.S. Answer: ...