Symptoms, conditions and causes
Why do I crave chalk, dirt, ice or paper?
Unusual cravings often have a root cause. Cravings for chalk, dirt, clay, laundry starch, ice, paper, or tinfoil are signs of nutritional deficiency.
Cause #1: Low iron and zinc
A deficiency in zinc or iron can cause cravings for things like chalk, dirt, paper, and ice.
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