...and Really Not: Wrigley's Orbit Bubblemint Gum

...and Really Not is a section devoted to those decidedly unnatural products that we just can't seem to purge from our lives. Today's candidate: Wrigley's Orbit Bubblemint Gum.

You know the feeling. You're standing there at the supermarket check-out, scanning the gum. You're hankering for something minty to wipe out that last remnant of coffee breath. Yet you love the stress-relieving, feel like a kid again fun of blowing bubbles. Well, now you don't have to decide. Wrigley's Orbit Bubblemint Gum is the indecisive person's dream come true. Minty! Bubbles! Nirvana!

And in case you really want to know how very unnatural it is, here are the ingredients:
malitol, sorbitol, gum base, sodium polyphosphate, acacia, glycerol, natural & artificial flavors, mannitol, aspartame, color added, acesulfame K, carnauba wax, BHA (to maintain freshness), phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine

About the Wrigley Company:
While the ingredients in the confections may be less than natural, the Wrigley Company does have an extensive plan towards protecting and preserving the environment. The Wrigley Company, founded in 1891, sells products in 180 countries across the globe. In addition to signing on as a charter member in 1953 "Keep America Beautiful" campaign and is still involved with this national public service, as well as its younger affiliate, "Keep Chicago Beautiful." The Wrigley Company has a documented environmental policy and continues to work with all facets of the company to assist in the preservation of the environment, including: research into innovative packaging materials, use of recycled materials, and reuse of raw materials. Check out their actions here.

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