The researchers tested five brands of synthetic gum and five of natural gum, which use plant-based polymers such as tree sap. "It was surprising that we found microplastics were abundant in both," ...

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A recent study found that chewing gum can release up to thousands of microplastics per piece and potentially be ingested, according to researchers. Lisa Lowe and Jamie ...

Now, researchers have added chewing gum to the growing list of products that expose humans to microplastics. A team of researchers has revealed that chewing a single stick of gum can release ...

You may have another culprit to consider: It’s gum, according to a new pilot study that found chewing just one piece can release hundreds to thousands of microplastics into saliva. The study is ...

The researchers tested five brands of synthetic gum and five of natural gum, which contains plant-based polymers like tree sap. Microplastics were found in both types, with the majority being released ...

Gum is made from three main ingredients: a rubbery base, sweeteners and flavorings. Natural gums use plant-based materials like chicle or tree sap for the base, while synthetic gums rely on ...

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Chewing gums are made from a rubbery base, sweetener, flavorings and other ingredients. Natural gum products use a plant-based polymer, such as chicle or other tree sap, to achieve the right chewiness ...

Chewing gum releases hundreds of tiny plastic pieces straight into people's mouths, researchers said, also warning of the pollution created by the rubber-based sweet. The small study comes as ...

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Natural gum products are made with a rubber base made of plant-based polymers like chicle or other tree saps, while their synthetic counterparts use petroleum-based polymers. First, each piece of ...