“Interestingly participants who didn’t chew gum performed slightly better at the beginning of the task but were overtaken by the end. This suggests that chewing gum helps us focus on tasks that require continuous monitoring …show more content…
In addition to what was listed above, chewing gum has been around for thousands of years. The Mayans chewed sap from the maple tree, and the Egyptians chewed chicle. It has impacted people since the first human came around! However, It has been said that chewing gum is bad for your health. “Gum is typically the most toxic product in supermarkets that is intended for internal use, and it is likely to kill any pet that eats it.” says The Health Wyze Report. This, however, is not necessarily true. Sure, it might be harmful to a pet that eats it, but it is not meant for pets. Also, it has actually been proven that gum can be healthy for your mouth and muscles “... what about the 57 muscles in your face and neck? These muscles need attention too, and regular facial exercisers say toning and tightening the muscles in your face can lead to fewer lines and wrinkles, improved skin tone, less tension, a firmer jaw line and even fewer headaches and less eyestrain.” says Fitness Peak.org. As shown, chewing gum is very good for your health, seeing as it can actually exercise your many facial