What Happens If You Swallow Gum?

The video discusses a common myth about swallowing gum, explaining that it doesn't stay in the stomach for seven years. Instead, gum moves through the digestive system like other food, although it isn't digested due to its rubber composition. The video highlights the potential risks of swallowing gum, especially for children, and concludes with a lesson learned about being cautious when chewing gum.

What common myth about swallowing gum is addressed in the video?

• Gum can cause tooth decay.

• Gum stays in your stomach for seven years.

• Gum can be digested like regular food.

• Gum is a good source of energy.

Why can't the body digest gum?

• It is made of sugar.

• It is made of rubber.

• It is too small to digest.

• It is too sweet.

What happens to gum after it is swallowed?

• It turns into energy.

• It dissolves in the stomach.

• It moves through the digestive system unchanged.

• It is absorbed by the intestines.

What potential risk is associated with children swallowing gum?

• It can lead to weight gain.

• It can cause tooth decay.

• It can get stuck in the small intestine.

• It can cause stomach ulcers.

How long does it typically take for swallowed gum to pass through the body?

• Seven years

• A few weeks

• A few days

• A few hours