Pica is more common in women (especially pregnant women) and in children. It is also observed most commonly in areas of low socioeconomic status.[1,2] Non-nutritive substances may usually be eaten ...

Strange Things Cats Eat. The urge to eat nonfood items -- called pica -- can be pretty common in cats. Many cats will nurse on wool, says Arnold Plotnick, DVM, ...

Pica is also more common in pregnant women, particularly those from certain cultures. One study found that 44 percent of Mexican-born women living in Southern and Baja California had symptoms of ...

Some weird signs of iron deficiency include a swollen tongue, pica, and restless legs syndrome. This article explores iron deficiency symptoms in more detail.

Tongue swelling, pica, restless leg syndrome, hair loss, and unusual ear noises may be signs of iron deficiency, ... 5 “Weird” or Lesser-Known Signs of Iron Deficiency.