Why Anorexics Eat Chalk

Every so often i get a craving to eat chalk. I had never actually done it before till a few weeks ... doctor. Anyhow, my questions are: Is eating chalk harmful to me? and Why the heck won't I... View answer

I have crohn's disease and sometimes have severe pica and eat chalk. I ate chalk last week (but it is not abnormal for me to have a stick or two a day) and now have severe diarrhea . At the same time ... View answer

This is the third time in a few months that I've had very pale(chalk) colored stool. It only lasted one to two days each time. Should I be worried? ... View answer

I have an overwhelming craving to eat powered chalk, all the time. I eat a small amount...maybe 2 ... this go around with my chalk earing, I'm not sure if that actually has anything to do with... View answer

Canesten pessary used no chalk or signs the next morning ... View answer

Hello, I was just curious to why I have such a craving to eat chalk and baby powder when I was younger I ate those two things, so I’m not sure if it’s a source of comfort. A little background about ... View answer

i am 32 weeks pregnant and really really want to eat chalk, i have been told this may be a lack of calcium in my diet, i have taken calcium tablets (chewable) and have not eaten any actual chalk but... View answer

I am having a serious craving for chalk. Can t stop eating it. I know it s harmful. I have two cups of milk everyday so there is no calcium or iron deficiency as I eat a lot of green vegetable as well ... View answer

Hi, What dangers are associated with chalk-eating? My chalk addiction has returned after some 20-odd years and has lasted for some six months now. As soon as I eat, I m yearning for chalk. I... View answer

[Hi, i am having a craving for mitti, chalks sometimes, whenever i am tired. i sometimes feels that i am additicted of it. i want to know the reason for same and how i can avoid this. as this can harm my health. is this... View answer