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mocomi.com presents: What happens if you swallow gum?
MYTH OR TRUTH?
Every child has grown up with the warning that swallowed chewing gum will sit in their stomach for seven whole years. Though this is an old wive's tale, told to children to stop them from chewing too much gum and from swallowing it, there is some truth behind this statement.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SWALLOW GUM?
Chewing gum is primarily made of natural or synthetic materials (gum resin), flavourings, sweeteners and preservatives. When chewing gum is swallowed, it travels down the digestive tract and comes out with a trip to the bathroom. Along the way, the digestive system absorbs the flavourings, sweeteners and preservatives. However, the body cannot break down and absorb gum resin, which is passed through the body undigested.
If a child swallows too much gum or several smaller pieces of gum, it can combine with other undigested food to cause intestinal blockages. This could cause stomach aches, visits to the doctor and in the worst case, a trip to the hospital.
Swallowed chewing gum rarely leads to such extreme scenarios. But chewing too much gum can also lead to cavities and ingestion of large amounts of sugar. Too much of any chewing gum or candy can be harmful and sweet treats should always be eaten in moderation.
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mocomi.com presents: What happens if you swallow gum?
MYTH OR TRUTH?
Every child has grown up with the warning that swallowed chewing gum will sit in their stomach for seven whole years. Though this is an old wive's tale, told to children to stop them from chewing too much gum and from swallowing it, there is some truth behind this statement.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SWALLOW GUM?
Chewing gum is primarily made of natural or synthetic materials (gum resin), flavourings, sweeteners and preservatives. When chewing gum is swallowed, it travels down the digestive tract and comes out with a trip to the bathroom. Along the way, the digestive system absorbs the flavourings, sweeteners and preservatives. However, the body cannot break down and absorb gum resin, which is passed through the body undigested.
If a child swallows too much gum or several smaller pieces of gum, it can combine with other undigested food to cause intestinal blockages. This could cause stomach aches, visits to the doctor and in the worst case, a trip to the hospital.
Swallowed chewing gum rarely leads to such extreme scenarios. But chewing too much gum can also lead to cavities and ingestion of large amounts of sugar. Too much of any chewing gum or candy can be harmful and sweet treats should always be eaten in moderation.
#ChewingGum #Myth #CuriousQuestions
To learn more about if animals feel emotions, visit the best e-learning website here: mocomi.com/what-happens-if-you-swallow-gum
Watch more videos about Curious Questions and Answers: youtube.com/watch?v=3fTRWpf-eH4&list=PL6vCwGtCTVtMblhtPk7O5O-Jkq0lw7aWe
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