Chewing Gum: A Hidden Source of Microplastic Exposure

Posted: 2025-04-14 10:57:42 UTC

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Chewing bubble gum can release microplastics into the mouth, posing a potential health risk.

Microplastic release from chewing gum

Potential health risks associated with microplastic ingestion

Quantifying the amount of microplastics released from different gum brands

Determining the long-term health effects of ingesting microplastics from chewing gum