Lose kilos by chewing gum

Scientists have revealed a new fact about losing weight by chewing gum. It is a misconception among many of us that gum can be fattening and so you may gain weight by munching on gums. Gum can give you fresh breath, enhance your memory helps you to quit smoking. It can also participate in your weight loss program by helping you in controlling the impulse of hunger.

Chewing gums contain softeners because of which we can hold them in mouth for a longer period. The softeners used in chewing gums are mostly glycerines. Glycerine is not bad for health if consumed in a proportionate manner.

Trying sugar free chewing gums can help you a great way to reduce weight. It has been found through research that if you chew sugar free gum after an hour of the meal you are less likely to have snacks. You don’t feel hungry at all and the urge to eat refreshments habitually minimizes. Consuming snacks between meals can add extra kilos to your weight. If you consume chewing gum 3 times a day in between your meals it will control your hunger and eventually you will not crave for food.


Scientists are also working on developing a chewing gum which can get rid of unwanted fat over your body. It was demonstrated that a hormone can be taken orally which will make feel people “full” after having that. This hormone is called PYY belongs to a system which is responsible for regulating the hunger and stamina of human body. PYY is released in the blood stream when people have meal or do some work out. The more the amount of PYY released in the blood stream, the more is the number of calories consumed. Past medical Studies indicate that obese people have low amount of PYY than people who are thin. Scientists are working hard on finding a way through which they can insert the B12-PYY into chewing gum or any oral tablet which can be eaten with less effort. The gum can be made available in nasal spray or injection form once it hits the market. The biggest advantage of having a chewing gum as your appetite loser is that you can carry it anywhere. Once you replace your purses full of high calorie chocolates and chips with a tiny chewing gum you will be shocked to see the results. No need to have tasteless juices or raw food to lose weight.