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This topic has appeared in the English Wikipedia rankings 1 time. It first appeared on 2026-06-01 and was most recently seen on 2026-06-01.
Geophagia, also known as geophagy, is the intentional practice of consuming earth or soil-like substances such as clay, chalk, or termite mounds. It is a behavioural adaptation that occurs in many animals and has been documented in more than 100 primate species. Geophagy in primates is primarily used for protection from parasites, to provide mineral supplements and to help metabolize toxic compounds from leaves. Geophagy also occurs in humans and is most commonly reported among children and pregnant women.
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