Is MRE Gum Actually a Laxative? Debunking a Long-Standing Military Myth
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For decades, military service members have perpetuated the myth that the gum found in their Meals, Ready-to-Eat is a laxative designed to counteract the famously constipating effects of the rations. However, official sources and ingredient lists confirm that the belief is a myth. The gum's real purpose is far more practical for field conditions.
