Why TikTokkers are eating mini clay pots in bizarre trend — and what they can do to your body
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“The latest trend taking over TikTok involves users eating miniature clay pots filled with lime juice and dusted in Tajín.”
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“The trend was sparked by content creator Janeth Herrera during her recent pregnancy.”
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“Craving non-food substances like clay is known as pica, sometimes associated with iron deficiency or other nutrient gaps, especially during pregnancy.”
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“Geophagia, the practice of eating mineral-rich dirt or clay, is a cultural tradition in some indigenous Mexican, African, and South American communities.”
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“Geophagia can be risky, especially for pregnant women.”
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“Clay is often marketed as rich in minerals, but those minerals are not well absorbed by the body.”
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“Food-grade clay is processed, purified, and tested for safety, but it is not FDA regulated.”
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“Eating clay can lead to nutrient deficiencies, impaired medication absorption, and gastrointestinal blockages.”
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“Chronic clay consumption can lead to buildup in the gastrointestinal tract, increasing the risk of impaction or blockage.”
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“Claims that clay can detox the body are misleading and not supported by human evidence.”
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“Some forms of clay are used medically for short-term digestive issues, but this is different from consuming it as a wellness practice.”
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“Eating clay can cause chipped teeth due to the hardness of ceramic materials.”
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