You may have seen someone chewing chalk, eating clay, or even craving ash, and wondered why they'd engage in such behaviour. While these actions may seem strange or unsettling, for some individuals, ...

Are you one of the people who loves eating raw rice? Eating uncooked rice can be dangerous for your health, especially if you are preparing for pregnancy. In this article, let's discuss why you crave ...

Your body experiences many changes during pregnancy to help nourish and support your growing baby. With these changes, you may experience intense food cravings. Pregnancy cravings are harmless and ...

Pica sufferers have compulsion to eat things that aren't food Oct. 17, 2011— -- Natalie Hayhurst looks like your average adorable 3-year-old. She plays with makeup, loves Justin Bieber, and loves ...

While hospitalizations for eating disorders are down overall, one category is rising at an alarming rate, says the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. From 1999 to 2009, hospitalizations for ...