Gum sculpture

chewing gum

Mitza chewing on the mouse

Mitza chewing on the mouse -literally - she was tasting her new victim i guess - nasty little killer, isn't she?

gum

chewing gum

saber

chewing on bark

gum

chewing gum.

Chewing gum

Chewing gum is a type of confectionery traditionally made of chicle, a natural latex product, or synthetic rubber. Chewing gum has traditionally been made from chicle, but for reasons of economy and quality many modern chewing gums use rubber instead of chicle. Chicle is nonetheless still the base of choice for some regional markets, such as in Japan. Chewing gum is a combination of a water-insoluble phase, known as gum base, and a water-soluble phase of sweeteners, flavouring and sometimes food colouring. The United States military have regularly supplied soldiers with chewing gum since World War I because it helped both to improve the soldiers' concentration and to relieve stress. In 1935, an estimated 12,000 lbs was chewed in one month. Recent studies show chewing gum can also improve one's mood. As of 2005, the U.S. military is sponsoring development of a chewing gum formulation with an antibacterial agent that could replace conventional oral hygiene methods in the battlefield. This product is not expected to be available for use for some time to come. Recently the U.S. armed forces have been providing troops with caffeinated gum to keep soldiers alert for extended periods of time without experiencing fatigue or drowsiness. Each stick of gum has approximately 100 mg of caffeine in it, about the same amount in an average cup of coffee. Although chewing gum is provided in the U.S. military MRE's, it is often strongly discouraged for a troop to be seen chewing gum while standing in formation. Gum is included in Canadian Forces Individual Meal Packs as an aid to oral hygiene. Recaldent chewing gum was introduced into New Zealand Defence Force ration packs May 2007 by New Zealand Defense Dental Services to aid oral health care for service personnel in the field. Research has shown that Recaldent gum aids remineralization to fight early tooth decay.Chewing gum also aids in relief of stress.

cat

plant eating cats

cocker spaniel

A cocker spaniel chewing on a shoe.

chewing gum

juicy fruit gum

gum gum

Chew gum when you're sleepy!