Is Soap Good for You to Eat? The Health Risks of Ingestion
                                
                                
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                                According to the National Capital Poison Center, most hand and body soaps are considered to have low toxicity, yet this does not mean it is safe to eat soap. Swallowing soap, even in small amounts, can cause irritation and distress, with more serious consequences possible from larger quantities or more concentrated products.