Tag: Clay toxicity

While the practice of eating clay, known as geophagia, has existed for centuries across various cultures, research shows the proven risks far outweigh any purported benefits. The bad effects of eating clay can lead to severe health complications, including heavy metal toxicity and dangerous digestive issues.

Despite its common use in cosmetics, the ingestion of Fuller's Earth is an extremely dangerous practice that can cause severe health complications, including intestinal obstruction. While some people crave it due to a condition called pica, consuming Fuller's Earth is not safe for internal use.