Airwaves (gum) facts for kids

Packs of Airwaves gum, pictured 2009

Airwaves is a popular brand of sugarfree chewing gum. It is made by the Wrigley Company, a well-known candy maker. You can find Airwaves gum mostly in Europe and East Asia. People often choose Airwaves because of its strong, cool flavor.

What Makes Airwaves Special?

The special thing about Airwaves gum is its intense taste. This strong flavor comes from ingredients like Eucalyptus and Menthol. These are the same kinds of ingredients found in some cough drops. When you chew Airwaves, the menthol and eucalyptus can make your mouth and nose feel cool and clear.

How Airwaves Helps

The mix of menthol and eucalyptus is often used in candies that help clear your head. It can make your nasal passages feel less stuffy. This can be helpful if you have a cold or feel a bit blocked up. Many people find that chewing Airwaves can quickly give them a feeling of relief. This feeling usually lasts for a short time. Some people chew a couple of pieces every 30 to 60 minutes to keep feeling clear. However, eating too much gum can sometimes upset your tummy.

Airwaves Flavors

Airwaves gum comes in several exciting flavors. The original and most common flavor is Eucalyptus and Menthol, which comes in blue packets. Other popular flavors include:

• Blackcurrant and Vitamin C (purple packets)
• Cherry (red packets)
• Grapefruit and Menthol (pink packets)
• Herbal (light green packets)
• Black Mint (black packets)

Some flavors, like honey and lemon, were once widely available but are now mostly found in Asian countries. Other flavors, such as spicy cocktail and Airwaves Active (which had guaraná), are no longer made.