Our gum is made from a blend of natural chicle and mastic, which gives it a different texture than traditional plastic-based gums. It will feel a bit firmer initially, and it softens up as you chew. This is because chicle and mastic naturally behave differently than synthetic gums. Also, this gum is biodegradable, so feel free to throw it in the plants :).

The gum is intended to be unflavored, as in no flavor additives were added to create an intended flavor profile. That being said, the functional ingredients do have their own tastes which combine to something very unique. For example, the NAC is a sulfur-based compound which can resemble a tang. Additionally the adaptogenic terpenes that provide a synergistic calming effect may also provide some unique tastes. There is added sweetener in Allulose, Monk Fruit, and just a kiss of stevia. But by and large, BIZZ is and will remain an unflavored gum – no mint, no fruit, no cinnamon, just the functional ingredients.

A little history—chewing gum actually started out with chicle, from the Central American sapodilla tree. It came to America in the 1860s by an entrepreneur Thomas Adams. But in the mid-1900s, most companies switched to plastic-based gums because they were cheaper and easier to mass-produce. Since plastic gums are good at keeping the same texture the whole time you’re chewing, it may take a bit of getting used to a natural gum that evolves as you chew, the way it was originally meant to be!

The short & simple answer is that pouches create a constant and intense contact between nicotine and the gum lining. Like with most any molecule, but especially something like nicotine, constant contact with the gum lining will irritate these locations leading to sores and ulcers. The irritation and blood vessel constriction will lead to irreparable gum line recession and potential tooth root exposure. This absolutely destroys oral health over time, creating an inflamed, mutagenic environment laying the groundwork for carcinogenesis.

On the flip side, chewing gum initiates saliva production and the chewing/mastication keeps the nicotine from persistent exposure on dry areas of the gum lining and evenly distributes it throughout the mouth, and of course swallowed down the digestive tract. Additionally, BIZZ contains potent antioxidants that can reduce oral inflammation, sweeteners that are dental friendly, and a slightly alkaline pH level optimal for oral health.

Of course, these pouches currently don’t have nootropics either. We can only assume that they’ll start to trend in this direction; but since the mastication, salivation, and the act of swallowing are the only effective ways to consume vitamins, minerals & nootropics, adding them to pouches and praying for diffusion through the non-woven fabric & cellulose fibers and into the mouth in order to swallow is a long shot at best.

Put simply, carcinogens & environmental impact. We won’t even cover the implications on chronic bronchitis, popcorn lung, pulmonary embolisms (blood clots), collapsed lungs, and effective oxygen absorption being the sole reason we still exist on this plant…

Although safer than cigarettes due to the cliff-drop of chemical additives, there are still some dangerously potent carcinogens in vapes when smoked: benzene, formaldehyde, and acrolein.

Acrolein – a highly toxic compound used as a tear gas in WWI, it at best causes oxidative stress and DNA damage, and at worst kills human cells in a petri dish.

Benzene – another highly toxic compound found in coal tar, volcanoes, paint thinners, gasoline, cigarettes, vapes, etc. has been shown to cause various blood cancers – leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and their various types.

Formaldehyde – the most abundant of these above mentioned carcinogens found in so many products is linked to brain damage, cancer, and every organ system it comes in contact with.

As for the environment, there isn’t enough infrastructure around recycling so most recycling plants don’t accept vapes due to their battery hazards, residues, and the complexities around dismantling them. The toxic metals (lithium, nickel, cobalt, & lead) leach into our environment along with the plastics that comprise the vape. In short, massive environmental pollution and resource waste.

100% avoidable with a biodegredable, plastic-free gum with cancer-fighting antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other bioactives.

Traditional gums – including nicotine gums – are made from a cocktail of plastics that can be found in tires (polyisobutylene), glue (polyvinyl acetate), plastic bags (polyethylene), and crayons (petroleum wax). These proprietary blends were introduced in the 1950s as the world transitioned to mass-produced plastic production. Before the 50s, gum was made from the same substance in BIZZ – natural chicle from Central America. We brought it back.

Additionally, the vast majority of standard white colored gums where dyed perfectly white by titanium dioxide (check your favorite gums’ label). Titanium dioxide has now been banned in Europe since 2022 due to its potential genotoxic effects. It’s classified as a Group 2B carcinogen, “possibly carcinogenic” but not yet fully conclusive. Chances are with more investment in research on this topic, something most American food companies don’t want, this will be proved a true carcinogen. Best to avoid!

Lastly, the sweeteners found in nicotine gums are xylitol and/or erythritol, which have recently (June 2024) been shown to increase blood clot formation, and in turn, an increased risk of cardiovascular events. Up to an increase of 50% more likely to have a cardiovascular event in the next three years than those in the study with the lowest amount of blood xylitol levels. More research is needed in this space as these studies are concerning. Hopefully “Big Xylitol” won’t do everything in their power to keep them from being published… TBD.

In summary, nicotine, xylitol/erythritol, and microplastics increase blood clotting, plaque formulation & cardiovascular event risk. Add on top of that a genotoxic colorant in titanium dioxide and we’re as much as sure to be aging our biology unnecessarily when consuming these traditional gums.
100% avoidable.

BIZZ is not designed as a quitting therapy. It’s a nicotine (analog) consumer product in a healthier form factor, with added functional ingredients to support health and counteract the known deleterious effects of nicotine (& its analogs).

We wanted a product with less guilt, with less BS. Something that doesn’t cause cancer, that doesn’t have an addicting flavor, no plastics, no unhealthy/unnecessary additives, something better for the cardiovascular system, for the neurological system, but can also deliver an enjoyable sensation when working, traveling, out on the town, lounging, etc.

If you’re looking to quit smoking or vaping, gum is an obvious alternative. If you’re looking for the healthiest option, you’ve come to the right place.

Here’s a quick timeline of the history to set the stage, but in short, a six-methyl nicotine (6MN) analog is a modified version of nicotine where a methyl group (-CH₃) is added to its structure. This small tweak changes how it interacts with the brain & body’s nicotinic receptors, potentially making it less addictive, longer-lasting, or milder than regular nicotine. Scientists create analogs like 6MN to study safer or different effects compared to standard nicotine.

If you’re curious, a methyl group (-CH₃) is a tiny building block made of one carbon and three hydrogen atoms. It’s like a small tag that can attach to molecules and change how they behave. They’re found in DNA, proteins, dopamine, caffeine, nicotine (which has one methyl group, so 6MN analogs have two methyl groups), etc.

Nixodine-S is the 6-methyl nicotine product that we use, it has over 7 patents and millions of dollars have been spent testing its efficacy and safety. Just like current nicotine products found in gums, vapes & pouches, they’re all molecules synthesized in lab environments, we just tend to prefer this molecule over the others – including nicotine.

• 1492 – Columbus observes indigenous people using tobacco.

• 1828 – Nicotine is first isolated by Posselt and Reimann.

• 1492 – Columbus observes indigenous people using tobacco.

• 1843 – Nicotine’s molecular formula is determined.

• 1893 – Nicotine’s structure is identified.

• 1904 – Nicotine is first synthesized in a lab by Pictet and Crepieux.

• 1967 – Nicotine gum (Nicorette) is developed in Sweden.

• 1970s-1980s – Early nicotine analogs are synthesized for research.

• 1990s – Nicotine patches and lozenges are introduced.

• 2003 – The first modern vape is created by Hon Lik.

• 2000s-2010s – Six-methyl nicotine analogs are synthesized.

• 2016 – Nicotine pouches (e.g., Zyn) launch in the U.S.

• 2019-2020 – Public discussion of six-methyl nicotine analogs begins.

• 2025 – BIZZ takes the market by storm with its added nootropics!

Yes, we’ve leveraged a ton of research to make our decisions on how to formulate this gum! Here are a few example links of the over 85+ research articles we read.
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• Nicotine

  

• Mastic

  

• Taurine

  

• Magnesium

  

• Allulose

  

• Vitamin K2

  

• Vitamin D3

  

• Xylitol & Erythritol

  

• Microplastics