Thursday, March 11, 2010

Facts Juicy Fruit Gum

Juicy Fruit is a brand of chewing gum produced by Wrigley, a subsidiary of Mars. The slogan of Juicy Fruit gum, according to the Wrigley website, is "The Taste is Gonna Move Ya."


History


Wrigley introduced Juicy Fruit chewing gum in 1893. Along with other Wrigley brands of chewing gum, Juicy Fruit was removed from the market during World War II and was provided only to soldiers. The Juicy Fruit Slim Pack was launched in 2008. In 2009, sugar-free pellets of Juicy Fruit were introduced.


Nutrition Facts


As of 2010, one stick of Juicy Fruit chewing gum contains 10 calories and two grams of sugar, according to the company website.


Benefits


Chewing gum freshens your breath and improves your oral health. It can help you manage your weight, relieve stress and increase your alertness, according to Wrigley.


Fun Fact


In 1974, a 10-pack of Juicy Fruit became the first product to be sold using a laser scanner and a UPC code.







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