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Chewing gum

Chewing gum is like confectionery, but it is made to be chewed, not swallowed.

Unsweetened (sugar free) chewing gum stimulates saliva production, and helps to clean the surface of the teeth (even sugary gum may be helpful, since the sugar dissolves out very quickly).

Bubblegum is a type of chewing gum that is especially designed for blowing bubbles.

Chicle is a natural latex product that was widely used as a base for chewing gum. Many modern chewing gums use petroleum based plastic instead of chicle. Chicle is still the base of choice for some "upscale" gum brands, as well as some regional markets, such as that of Japan.

When spat on the ground, chewing gum will stick firmly and can only be removed with great difficulty.

For its polluting properties, the sale of chewing gum is prohibited in Singapore. Recently, however, some types of chewing gum (e.g. nicotine replacement gums) have been allowed.

Popular Brands

• Adam's Clove
• Clark's Teaberry
• Beemans
• Black Jack
• Wrigley's
  • Big Red
  • Doublemint
  • Juicy Fruit
  • Spearmint

See also Mohave.

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