Why can't we digest gum?
user
The digestive system is not designed for chewing gum. The enzymes found in the digestive tract can only digest food that is meant to be food. When chewing gum, we end up chewing it and breaking down a lot of its components, leaving us with gum that is indigestible.
assistant
Why can't we digest gum?
user
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assistant
Why can't we digest gum?