Since cotton is mostly cellulose which the human gut can't digest, I'd say no nutrition. I don't know if it would just pass though or stop you up, I suppose it depends on how much cotton you eat, how much other stuff you eat, and how much water you take in.

Cotton itself is,however the seeds are toxic. If one removes the seed, then yes, one could eat the cotton. Scientists are currently working on genetically engineering the cotton plant so it will be protein rich and nutritious. If they succeed it could feed the whole world.

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Is cotton edible

Anonymous

∙ 12y ago

Updated: 10/4/2023

When ingested orally, cotton poses no serious risk. It passes through the digestive system without causing any damage, as it is composed primarily of cellulose fiber like many plant stems including celery.

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∙ 12y ago

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