Is Punjab's mitti edible? Separating Fact from Dangerous Fiction
                                
                                
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                                According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ingesting soil can potentially lead to infections from parasites and bacteria. Despite this, products labeled as "edible clay" or "Punjab ki mitti" are openly sold in various markets, raising serious questions about the safety of consuming soil from Punjab.