00:00As a kid, you were always told never to swallow gum because it would take seven years to digest,
00:06but this isn't actually true. See, when you swallow gum, it travels down your esophagus
00:11and reaches your stomach. Inside, acids and enzymes work to break down parts of the gum,
00:17like flavorings or sweeteners. However, the actual base of the gum can't be digested,
00:23so instead, it travels through your intestines. Your body then treats it like any other waste,
00:29and in a day or two, it leaves your body when you poop.
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