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Kids will eat anything, just to see if they can.
If an adult is going around eating slate pencils, I would recommend seeing a doctor. It might be some sort of nervous condition, or indicate a mineral deficiency.
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∙ 7y agoPeople who eat chalk have a condition called Geophagia or pica. The word pica comes from magpie because magpie are known for eating almost anything. Often those that eat chalk are pregnant women.
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∙ 14y agoObsessive compulsive disorder.
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Why do some people like to eat chalk?
Some people like to eat chalk because they think it taste good.
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.
Can you eat chalk while breastfeeding?
why the heck would you wat to eat chalk.
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.
What is it called when you eat chalk?
There is no label for this, but I'd see your doctor about it. == There is a legitimate malady called PICA disorder, where people seem to like to eat non-food products like chalk, dirt, clay, etc.
Can people eat basic magnesium carbonate gym chalk?
Yes, people can eat basic magnesium carbonate gym chalk. It would be a good idea to be near a toilet when you do. Magnesium carbonate works as a laxative and antacid. While it is not advisable to eat chalk, in this case it can be done, it just should not be done because it can have impurities and harmful substances.
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
Why do people eat talcum powder raw rice blackboard chalk and uncooked?
It might be that they have an addictive eating disorder. *** Known as pica.
Why would someone eat chalk?
It is due to a shortage of calcium in the body.
