Chewing gum is a workout for your jaw, and like any workout, too much can hurt. Remember that time you had a huge bag of beef jerky and your jaw locked up? Same principle applies here.
If you chew gum all day like a cow in a field, you can overwork the jaw muscles. This can lead to popping, clicking, or even headaches. It’s like doing bicep curls for three straight hours. Your arms would be crying for mercy.
So pace yourself. A pack a day is fine. Two packs? You’re entering "why does my face hurt" territory. Listen to your body. If your jaw starts talking back, it’s time to quit.
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