What are the Benefits of Eating Mitti? An Examination of Geophagy
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According to a 2017 study from South Africa, over half of pregnant women surveyed reported engaging in geophagy, the practice of eating soil or clay, often believing there are health benefits of eating mitti. However, medical experts and toxicologists warn that this practice carries significant dangers that far outweigh any perceived advantages.
