Use of Chewing Gum to Facilitate Appetite Control and Weight Loss

Inclusion Criteria: * 21-75 years of age * Body Mass Index of 25-45 inclusive Exclusion Criteria: * major medical psychiatric conditions * medications know to effect weight * full or partial dentures * 18 or fewer teeth * regular gum chewing (≥ 2 pieces/day) * use of any tobacco product * sensitivity to the following ingredients (mint, magnolia bark, eggs, or English Muffins) * history of PKU * sensitivity or allergy to aspartame * current/history of alcohol abuse or addiction (within 5 year) * recreational drug use * recent significant weight change (+/- 5% in previous 6 months) * currently pregnant or nursing and willingness not to get pregnant during course of study * participation in any other research studies * proximity to clinic (within one hour) * access to reliable transportation