Softeners like glycerin keep the gum pliable, while artificial coloring ... the same piece of gum for hours without it dissolving in your mouth. Flavorings and sweeteners don't have the same ...

Artificial sweeteners give a sweet taste with few or no calories. But are they healthier ... using in low-calorie soft drinks and sugar-free gum. SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY Others, such as sorbitol ...

chewing gum, frostings, frozen desserts, gelatins and puddings, jams and jellies, processed fruits, toppings, and syrups. Fast facts: This is the newest artificial sweetener to hit the market.