Functional chewing gum?

According to investigations of the University of Gifu In Japan chewing gum increases brain activity, mainly in the hippocampus, a region that is related to learning and memory. Although the cause has not been accurately described, the experiment conducted with rats showed that the level of stress is reduced.

Therefore, in GetQoralHealth and with information from the Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) we present some data that you did not know about chewing gum and your health.

1. Composition The softness and texture of the chewing gum is due to the base rubber with which it is made (20%) and the main ingredient is sugar (60%) the rest are flavorings, moisturizers, softeners and texturizers.
2. "Light" chewing gum The gum that is most sought is the low calorie or sweetener, which is considered a breakthrough in health.
3. Chicle refreshing. There are two substances added in chewing gum: xylitol and sorbitol, which absorb the heat of the mouth and release the well-known sensation of freshness.

 

Functional chewing gum?

Gums that report having some type of health benefit are called functional gum, just as there are functional foods, for example:

Chewing gum to "lose weight". Available for the moment in Argentina and approved by the National Food Institute This chewing gum is available over the counter in pharmacies. It is an auxiliary to avoid the so-called "snacking". Its function is that people with obesity or overweight feel satiety with low calories, so it is very helpful to control the intake.

Chewing gum to quit smoking. Data of Medline Plus they indicate that nicotine gum is an auxiliary in the treatment of smoking accompanied by a program to guarantee the improvement in health and the abandonment of this bad habit.

Chewing gum for the "desire" Another type of chewing gum are those that are swallowed before the intimate relationship to increase sexual desire and increase sensations; The main ingredient used is ginseng.

Although consuming chewing gum can have some benefits, we must remember that there are no products or "magic" foods and that they are the excesses that damage health; therefore, check the label of these products very well, do not stick it or discard it anywhere and consult a specialist. Beware!


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