Does Gum Stay in Your Stomach for 7 Years?

Swallowing gum does not make it sit in your stomach for years—it passes through your digestive system like anything else your body can’t digest. While the gum base resists breakdown, the rest is digested, and the remaining material moves through your intestines and is eliminated within a day or two. The “seven-year” myth is just that—a myth. 👉 Join Viz Medical for early access + custom emojis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAtCitq_7Al95AWv5yMAwg/join #MedicalMyths #Digestion #GutHealth #3DMedicalAnimation #MedicalAnimation #PatientEducation