Day: May 4, 2025

A woman holding an open box of cornstarch over a kitchen counter pauses, tilts it toward her mouth, then stops with her other hand mid-reach.
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Why Do People Eat Cornstarch? Get the Answer

Why Do People Eat Cornstarch? Get the Answer — key numbers at a glance In short People eat cornstarch mainly because of pica, a craving for nonfood substances often linked to iron or zinc deficiency, pregnancy, stress, or habit. Cornstarch has about 30 calories per tablespoon, but eating it raw can cause digestive upset and