Chewing gum
Company: Trident, Clorets, others
Estimated price: $0.53 USD per 12 pieces
Many brands of chewing gum are advertised by hyping their supposed benefits. Some promise fresh breath and even clean, white teeth. However, the use of this product can cause oral problems. Some chewing gums can cause problems such as jaw pain, diarrhea and stomach pain. Apart from that, there have also been reported cases of children who have suffered choking after consuming chewing gum improperly.
Chewing gum
Chocolate covered puffed rice cereal
Company: Great Value, others
Estimated Price: $3.50 USD
Puffed rice cereal is said to be a good choice for kids to eat for breakfast. Of course, it is not advertised that they are one of the most harmful cereals available. This cereal accounts for 55-73% of the recommended daily sugar for children in a single serving. In addition, puffed rice cereal contains dyes linked to the development of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Chocolate Covered Puffed Rice Cereal
