is swallowing bubble gum dangerous?

No buddy, it isn't actually dangerous. Along with many generations of children, Iwas also warned of the perils of swallowing chewing gum and that it would stay in the stomach for years. My own personal favourite story was that it could find its way out of the digestive system and wrap itself around the different vital organs and cut off the blood supply. Fortunately, this and other old wives tales, are untrue. Chewing gum consists of a fibre that can't be digested by our bodies, so, if it's swallowed, apart from the unpleasant texture, it will pass harmlessly through the body intact along with other waste. There is no way it could get lost and wrap itself around vital organs or lurk in the stomach for untold years. Actually, by chewing gum, you'll have lovely fresh breath and the increased saliva from chewing can help protect your teeth from cavities.