Gum Is Good For You

Adult reasons for blowing bubbles:

• Heartburn healer - A study from King's College, London, suggests that chewing gum after a meal fights acid reflux.
• Dental dazzler - Chewing sugarless gum slows cavity growth by lowering acid levels.
• Wake-up call - People who chewed gum while pulling an allnighter felt less tired in the wee hours than those who didn't. Driving at night? Try chewing gum to be more alert.

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Quick Tip: The first two minutes of a toothbrushing routine removes just about all the plaque you're likely to get. Brushing longer risks damage to gums and enamel. Use 150 grams of pressure - equivalent to the weight of an orange (Source: University of Newcastle, UK)