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95% of flu and herpes infection neutralized by chewing gum

By New Atlas  
   April 17, 2025

Looking beyond jabs, sprays or tablets, scientists are thinking outside the box for delivering antiviral medication to prevent the spread of highly transmissible bugs. Their secret weapon? Chewing gum – but not any gum. This one is made from a rather fascinating bean.

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