One of the signs our daughter was struggling with her eating disorder was in increase in gum chewing (sugarless, naturally). This is well known as a common symptom of those unable to eat - the Minnesota Starvation study documented amazing amounts of gum use. This is usually interpreted as a way to satisfy one food-related urge without actually eating.
But another thing may be at play as well:
new research finds chewing gum may reduce anxiety. Lower cortisol, better focus, better performance, less anxiety.
My favorite line in this report: "Study to be presented orally..."
The most "well, duh..." aspect: the study was done by Wrigley, a chewing gum manufacturer.
But another thing may be at play as well: new research finds chewing gum may reduce anxiety. Lower cortisol, better focus, better performance, less anxiety.
My favorite line in this report: "Study to be presented orally..."
The most "well, duh..." aspect: the study was done by Wrigley, a chewing gum manufacturer.