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It could depending on what that "nonfood" substance is, for instance if your craving paper, you could have a problem. craving certain things could be harmful to you foremost not the baby. Your stomach doesn't have the ability to digest certain things. If your very concerned consult with a doctor.

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Which eating disorder is characterized by an abnormal craving or appetite for nonfood substances such as dirt paint or clay that lasts for at least 1 month?

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What is the craving for and consumption of nonfood items such as dirt clay or laundry starch?

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What is known as the ingestion of non nutritious substances?

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The ingestion of non nutritious substances is known as?

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How is pica diagnosed?

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Do pregnant women crave sand?

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