Sugar-Free Gum
Some people frown whenever they see people chewing gum. They believe it is unsightly because the jaw keeps constantly moving, which could be disturbing for some people. However, most people fail to realize that chewing gum in some instances, such as for people with frequent acid reflux episodes, can be pretty beneficial.
The mechanical act of chewing gum stimulates the salivary glands to produce more saliva. The more saliva is present in the system, the more frequently swallowing happens. This allows the saliva to wash away any acidity in the mouth and neutralizes creeping acidity from the esophageal sphincter. Doctors recommend people suffering from acid reflux choose sugar-free gum with mint or ginger flavored because these will also help soothe the esophageal linings. Such chewing gums will make the people experiencing nausea and stomach ache associated with acid reflux feel better, too. Chewing sugar-free gum also helps protect the teeth from cavities and may protect the gums from similar problems.
