If you've ever chewed gum before a stressful meeting or while rushing a deadline, you probably had the right idea!
In fact, science has revealed that chewing gum can actually help increase alertness and improved sustain focus.
A study published in Appetite linked chewing gum at work to better productivity and fewer mental lapses. It gives your brain just enough stimulation to stay focused, which is kind of like how some of us fidget with pens or tap our feet.
But don't rely on chewing gum to help you all day, because the effects aren't permanent
While chewing gum does provide a mental boost, the effect fades after about 15 to 20 minutes.
Research suggests that it's most helpful at the start of a task, giving your brain a jumpstart before attention naturally drops.
So, if you're thinking of chewing gum throughout your office hours, you might be disappointed with the results.
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