Chewing Gum for Weight Loss? 

Chewing Gum for Weight Loss?
Is extra chewing effective at suppressing your appetite? What about chewing gum as a strategy for weight loss? In the video “Does Chewing Gum Help with Weight Loss?” it’s revealed that chewing gum may only burn about three calories an hour, but it revs up your heart rate, even at rest and while walking. However, despite some studies suggesting it has an appetite-suppressing effect, no randomized controlled trial has ever shown a benefit to “chewing gum as a strategy for weight loss.” Furthermore, the type of sweetener used in gum may affect its outcomes, as seen in a study of aspartame-sweetened gum. Moreover, excessive consumption of sorbitol, a common sweetener in sugar-free gum, can lead to gastrointestinal issues and malnutrition. The bottom line is that there is no solid evidence that chewing gum results in weight loss. For more information, watch the video “How Many Calories Do You Burn Chewing Gum?” and check out the related videos below for information on low-calorie sweeteners.