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Addiction to certain eatable

2021-06-07 19:51:56
For the past few weeks I am addicted to eating uncooked rice, mint, cumin, chalk piece. I don't eat these together. Whenever I catch sight of them I eat them. Lots of craving for these. What does this mean. Is there some deficiency. Pls advise
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Deworm yourself and consult a doctor

Answered2021-06-08 01:01:49

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It's sign of PICA..... Deficiency of certain mineral and nutrients in the body.... Consult a doctor physically to do the test required
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calcium and phosphorus must be tested
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drink more water and keep busy in daily house hold activities

Answered2021-06-07 20:18:50

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