Check the ingredients. "Gum Base" is often Polyvinyl Acetate and synthetic rubber.
Check the ingredients. "Gum Base" is often Polyvinyl Acetate and synthetic rubber. A 2026 report clarifies you're essentially chewing flavored plastic that never breaks down in your gut. Switch to "Mastic Gum" or brands that explicitly state "Plastic-Free." Know what you're chewing. Shared for informational purposes only. Source: Environmental Science & Technology