# CBD Chewing Gums 'CanChew' is Being Used in Clinical Trials for Patients with IBS By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-02-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canchew References: [cannabis-samen](https://cannabis-samen.com/cannabis-news/axim-biotech-enters-groundbreaking-clinical-trial-of-cbd-gum-and-ibs-3391.html) & [canchewgum](https://www.canchewgum.com/) AXIM Biotechnologies, Inc. is the company behind CanChew Plus, a chewing gum that contains both heart-healthy hemp oil and cannabidiol, or [CBD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cv-sciences). Some of the features and benefits of the gum product include that no prescription is needed to acquire it, it is available in all 50 states, it is non-habit forming and boasts no artificial sweeteners or preservatives in its non-GMO, gluten-free and vegan formula. Most interestingly, AXIM Biotechnologies, Inc.'s CanChew Plus is now being used as part of a clinical trial with patients who have been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a disease that affects up to 15% of the world population. Throughout the trial, participants are being asked to use the chewing gum product to manage [cramping, pain and bloating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderbiome-gummy) that is associated with their condition. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **CBD Chewing Gums in Clinical Trials:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the medical industry by using CBD chewing gums as a potential treatment for medical conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). - **Non-habit Forming CBD Chewing Gums:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the healthcare industry with the development of non-habit forming CBD chewing gums that can potentially replace traditional medication for certain conditions. - **CBD Chewing Gums with Natural Formulas:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gum industry by developing CBD chewing gums with natural formulas, free from artificial sweeteners or preservatives. ### Who This Affects Most - **Medical Industry:** Opportunity for the medical industry to explore the potential benefits of CBD chewing gums as an alternative treatment for conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). - **Healthcare Industry:** Opportunity for the healthcare industry to incorporate non-habit forming CBD chewing gums as a potential replacement for traditional medications for certain conditions. - **Gum Industry:** Opportunity for the gum industry to develop CBD chewing gums with natural formulas, catering to consumers looking for healthier alternatives with natural ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [CBD-Infused Pet Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cv-sciences.md) - [Pain Relief Chewing Gums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canker-sore-relief.md) - [Health-Focused Cannabis Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cbgacbda-gummies.md) - [Targeted CBD Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cbd-life-sciences.md) - [Chewable Wellness Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannaray.md) - [Strawberry Lemonade-Flavored CBD Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cbd-calm-gummies.md) - [Tasty CBD Oil Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cbd-oil-gummies.md) - [Anti-Inflamatory CBD Softgels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relief-softgels.md) - [Stress Relief Chews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stress-relief-chew.md)