50yearoldme 157 Posted December 5, 2016 I quit smoking in 1999! But I started chewing trident and chew it every time I frive or I'm bored. Why is it that you can't chew gum? Also If you were a gum chewer too, what do you do now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fredbear 397 Posted December 5, 2016 1. Chewing releases saliva, which prompts your body to start the digestion process and therefore can make you feel hungry (real or fake). 2. Gum is an indigestible solid and bariatric surgery creates a much smaller stomach, which is even smaller in the beginning due to swelling. Swallowed gum can therefore fully block the stomach, which is a medical emergency. 3. If you must have a nervous habit, try fidgeting instead. At least you'll be burning extra calories. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BooBee66 104 Posted December 5, 2016 I think that chewing on gum builds up gas indigestion it does me anyway Sent from my Z832 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutsideMatchInside 10,166 Posted December 5, 2016 Gum is going to add to that acid in your stomach. Walk or do jumping jacks instead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toli 22 Posted December 5, 2016 Also a former smoker (10 yrs ago) and I chew all the time, my doc says it's fine (sugar free). Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
