Remember the Double Mint Twins?

 

There were actually ten sets of identical siblings who represented Wrigley’s iconic gum beginning in 1939, including Liz and Jean Sagal (Grease 2), Cynthia and Brittany Daniel (Sweet Valley High), and Tia and Tamera Mowry (Sister, Sister). 

 

On September 30, we celebrate #ChewingGumDay, to celebrate the substance humans have been gnawing on for over 5,000 years. 

 

In 2007, a British archaeology student discovered a 5,000-year-old piece of chewing gum made from bark tar with tooth imprints in it. Presumed to be the oldest piece of chewing gum, the discovery took place in Kierikki, Yli-li, Finland. Made from bark tar, scientists believed the gum to have antiseptic properties and other medicinal advantages.

 

In 1848, John B. Curtis developed and sold the first commercial chewing gum, which was called “The State of Maine Pure Spruce Gum.”

 

Now there are several different kinds of gum in a variety of flavors: center-filled gums like Freshen-Up, ball gum, stick gum, ribbon gum, tab gum, tube gum, dragee gum, and wrap gum. 

 

My favorites were always Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit and Super Bubble green gum. 

 

Studies show chewing gum helps improve memory, reduce stress, and increase alertness. Chewing sugar-free gum improves overall oral hygiene while also helping to curb cravings and improving digestion.

 

And remember, perhaps the best benefit of all, is you can kiss a little longer, longer with Big Red!!