AB2B 104 Posted February 23, 2017 I want to know from the veterans if this holds true. I was told the same about straws, but have read others say they use them all the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutsideMatchInside 10,166 Posted February 23, 2017 I drink with straws, lots of us do. As long as you are smart about it and aren't sucking in air, it isn't an issue. Never been a gum chewer, ever. 1 AB2B reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vinasu 621 Posted February 23, 2017 Straws are a comfort issue. If they don't bother you, they're fine.Gum is a safety thing. If you accidentally swallow it, it could get stuck in your small stomach and require surgery to remove. 1 AB2B reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AB2B 104 Posted February 24, 2017 1 hour ago, Vinasu said: Straws are a comfort issue. If they don't bother you, they're fine. Gum is a safety thing. If you accidentally swallow it, it could get stuck in your small stomach and require surgery to remove. Never thought of the issue gum could cause. Now I have a better understanding. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites