Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Chewing Gum..For Ear Infections?



Four recent studies found that xylitol, found in sugarless gum, reduces the chance of ear infections in children under 12 by 25%!  Researchers believe that xylitol might work by inhibiting harmful bacteria that contributes to ear infections.  As an aside-  chewing gum should only be given to children who understand that they must not swallow it! 

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