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If it is only a one time occurrence, don't worry chalk is not toxic. It will have antacid effects in the stomach, that is about it.
If the child does it frequently (especially if they are also eating other nonfood items) they may have a psychiatric disorder called Pica (or another overriding psychiatric disorder). Proper diagnosis requires a psychiatrist to evaluate the child.
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Can we eat alkali?
Yes. Most Medications. And Chalk.
What happens if you eat a piece of chalk?
It would be just like eating tums. Eat too many and you're dead, eat too little and you are better off than if you ate any at all. Eat chalk, not alot.. But enough to keep you alive.
Who is the inventor of sidewalk chalk?
Sharon McKay, the children's author who wrote Charlie Wilcox and Charlie Wilcox's War, is the inventor of sidewalk chalk and first sold it with one of her books, Chalk Around the Block.
Can chalk burn?
well of course not! it does not kill but if your dumb inuf to eat tha chalk you wouid die
Is it harmful to eat tailor' chalk?
chalk is not edible contains toxic compounds wll make u sick u can overcome this habit go for calcium tablets
Can you eat chalk while breastfeeding?
why the heck would you wat to eat chalk.
Why do some people like to eat chalk?
Some people like to eat chalk because they think it taste good.
Why do snails eat chalk?
I have never heard of water snails eating chalk, i just go to the pet store and get some algae wafers
What was the reason for chalk being inveted?
to eat it
What mineral is one lacking if they eat chalk?
* * * *
What should you eat instead of chalk?
Rennie tablets
Can you eat chalk?
Yes, some people do eat chalk, especially if they have calcium deficiencies. If you are craving chalk, you might have pica disorder, a calcium deficiency, or other issues, so please see a doctor immediately.
Why do people eat chalk for a heart burn?
Well, our chalk has mostly turned to candy now; but it is because chalk is very basic, which counteracts the high acidity associated with heartburn.
Can we eat alkali?
Yes. Most Medications. And Chalk.
Can a parakeet eat chalk?
Parakeets CAN eat many things but clay they should not eat.
Is chalk unhealthy to eat?
Um, yeah. why would you eat it in the first place?Actually... chalk is not poisonous but it is NOT healthy to eat it either because it is not meant to be eaten.So my answer is still technically right, it is unhealthy, but thanks for the foot note :-)
Can thyroid patients eat chalk Is it favoured?
This sounds like pica - you should talk to your doctor about odd cravings. No chalk is not flavored.
