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Exploring Indian Clays: Tastes, Textures, and Regional Origins

Explorer les argiles indiennes : saveurs, textures et origines régionales

An overview of Indian edible clay categories, from Nakumatts to cementy clays, with notes on texture, flavour and origin.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Exploring Mexican Clays: Tastes, Textures, and Global Origins

À la découverte des argiles mexicaines : saveurs, textures et origines mondiales

A spec-sheet breakdown of Mexican edible clay types, covering texture, taste and regional origin for each.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Exploring African Clays: Tastes, Textures, and Regional Origins

À la découverte des argiles africaines : goûts, textures et origines régionales

A quick-reference breakdown of African edible clay types: texture, taste and where each one traditionally comes from.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Exploring Ural Clays: Tastes, Textures, and Global Origins

À la découverte des argiles de l'Oural : goûts, textures et origines mondiales

My exploration of Ural clays from Russia, covering the colours, textures and flavours of this lesser-known edible clay family.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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African Edible Clay Types: Crunch, Colour, and Culture

Types d'argile comestible africaine : craquant, couleur et culture

An overview of African edible clay types, from Nzu to Eko clay, covering colour, texture and flavour differences.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Glossary of Mexican Edible Clay Terms

Lexique des termes de l'argile comestible mexicaine

A quick-reference glossary of Mexican edible clay terms, from caolins to cantaritos, for anyone exploring this side of pica and geophagia.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Exploring the World of Mexican Edible Clays: From Caolins to Paletas

Explorer le monde des argiles comestibles mexicaines : des kaolins aux paletas

My guide to the many types of Mexican edible clay, from smooth caolins to crunchy galettitas, and what makes each one different.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Chinese Loess: The History of Eating Earth

Le Lœss chinois : L'histoire de la consommation de terre

A look at the history of Chinese loess, one of the oldest edible clays, and why people have been drawn to eating earth for centuries.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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The pure sound of crunch: why ASMR and clay crunch videos captivate

Le son pur du « crunch » : pourquoi les vidéos d’ASMR et de « clay crunch » sont-elles si captivantes?

Why the sound of a perfect crunch is such a central part of ASMR and clay crunch content.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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I have pica and geophagia and want to try clay or chalk. Where do I start?

J'ai du Pica et de la Géophagie – Je veux essayer l'argile ou la craie. Par où commencer ?

A beginner's guide to trying clay or chalk safely and mindfully if you have pica or geophagia.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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How to know who to buy clay from

Comment savoir auprès de qui acheter de l'argile

How to tell a trustworthy clay seller from a risky one, before you buy.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Is it safe to eat clay, and why I do it

Peut-on manger de l'argile et pourquoi le fait-on ?

An honest look at whether it's safe to eat clay, and why the practice has endured for centuries.

Earthy Crunch · 23 March 2026

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Meet the maker: La Sobrina

Rencontrez la créatrice : La Sobrina

A bilingual interview with Lili, La Sobrina, on continuing her family's pottery tradition through handcrafted Mexican clay treats.

Earthy Crunch · 22 March 2026

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Rester conforme tout en célébrant la communauté de l'argile

How I keep this hobbyist platform legally compliant while still being a genuinely engaging space for the clay community.

Earthy Crunch · 21 March 2026

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La consommation d'argile abaisse-t-elle le taux d'hémoglobine ?

An honest look at the link between eating clay, iron absorption and haemoglobin, and why pica cravings often point the other way.

Earthy Crunch · 14 March 2026

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Does eating clay cause constipation?

Manger de l'argile provoque-t-il la constipation ?

An honest look at whether clay can cause constipation, and how portion size, hydration and clay type all play a part.

Earthy Crunch · 14 March 2026

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Coffee and clay: why many crunch lovers pair them together

Café et argile : pourquoi tant d'amateurs de croquant les associent

Le café et l'argile peuvent sembler une association inhabituelle, mais au sein de la communauté de la pica et de la géophagie, c'est étonnamment co...

Earthy Crunch · 14 March 2026

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The traditional and sensory appeal of edible clay

Les bienfaits de l'argile comestible

L'argile comestible est appréciée dans de nombreuses cultures depuis des siècles et est souvent associée à la pratique de la géophagie. De son goût...

Earthy Crunch · 09 March 2026

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Mystery mix ups: the crunchy case of the disappearing clay

Mystérieux Mélanges : Le Cas Croustillant de l'Argile Disparue

Why my Mystery Mix Ups sell out so quickly, and what customers actually find inside them.

Earthy Crunch · 27 February 2026

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Meet the maker: Ramya, Rose Clay

Rencontrez la créatrice : Ramya – Argile rose

An interview with Ramya of Rose Clay on sharing traditional Indian earthy treats with the world.

Earthy Crunch · 24 February 2026

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Meet the maker: Anoothi Mishra, Clays All Around

Rencontrez la créatrice : Anoothi Mishra (Clays All Around)

An interview with Anoothi Mishra of Clays All Around, on crafting more than 30 varieties of edible clay treats.

Earthy Crunch · 22 February 2026

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Testing hand-foraged Chiltern chalk: full results and what they really mean

Analyse de la craie des Chilterns récoltée à la main : résultats complets et leur véritable signification

The full results of testing a hand-foraged Chiltern chalk sample, and an honest look at what they do and don't prove.

Earthy Crunch · 21 February 2026

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Meet the maker: Samantha Mary Hokulani

Voici la marqueuse : Samantha Mary Hokulani

An interview with Samantha Mary Hokulani on self-foraging Montana's clays and dirts to create earthy, crunchy treats.

Earthy Crunch · 09 January 2026

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Meet the maker: Heather Meeks, Sedona Cliffside Treats

Rencontrez la créatrice : Heather Meeks, de Sedona Cliffside Treats

An interview with Heather Meeks of Sedona Cliffside Treats on lifelong dirt cravings and sourcing from Sedona.

Earthy Crunch · 08 January 2026

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Meet the maker: Chris, Yummy Clays

Rencontre avec le créateur : Chris, de Yummy Clays

An interview with Chris of Yummy Clays on seven years of crafting earthy, crunchy treats.

Earthy Crunch · 04 January 2026

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Meet the maker: Mervina Ann Nelson

Rencontrez l'Artisan : Mervina Ann Nelson

An interview with Mervina Ann Nelson, a Flagstaff-based clay enthusiast, about her cravings, her digs, and her favourite textures.

Earthy Crunch · 04 January 2026

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Earth, culture and cravings: eating earthy treats across Africa

Terre, culture et envies : l’histoire des délices comestibles à base de terre en Afrique

The rich, centuries-old cultural history behind eating earth across Africa, from calaba to nzu.

Earthy Crunch · 01 January 2026

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Why I don't run sales (and what I do instead)

Pourquoi Earthy Crunch UK ne fait pas de soldes (et ce que nous faisons à la place)

Why you won't find flash sales or discount countdowns here, and what I do instead to keep things fair.

Earthy Crunch · 01 January 2026

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Why I ship on Mondays and Fridays only

Pourquoi nous expédions UNIQUEMENT les lundis et vendredis

Why I've settled on a fixed Monday and Friday dispatch schedule, and what it means for your order.

Earthy Crunch · 21 December 2025

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Pouvez-vous fournir des tests en laboratoire ou des certificats de sécurité ?

An honest answer on lab testing and safety certificates, and why I'd rather be upfront about what I can't guarantee.

Earthy Crunch · 19 December 2025

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À quoi sont destinées nos gâteries à base d'argile?

An honest look at what my clay treats are intended for, from sensory play to controlled tasting for pica, without judgement either way.

Earthy Crunch · 19 December 2025

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Les produits Earthy Crunch UK sont-ils de qualité alimentaire ?

The honest answer on food-grade certification, and why natural clay can't meet that standard.

Earthy Crunch · 19 December 2025

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L'argile naturelle peut-elle contenir des vers ou des parasites ?

An honest look at whether natural clay can carry parasites, and why no seller can promise a zero-risk guarantee.

Earthy Crunch · 19 December 2025

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Nos friandises à l'argile sont-elles comestibles ?

My honest answer on clay safety, pica, geophagia, and where my responsibility as a seller begins and ends.

Earthy Crunch · 19 December 2025

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Pourquoi nous sommes passés à la tarification échelonnée (et ce que cela signifie concrètement)

An honest explanation of why my clay prices are now tiered, and what that actually changes for you.

Earthy Crunch · 19 December 2025

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Comparaison des prix Earthy Crunch UK : un regard clair et croustillant sur le marché

Where my prices sit against other UK and European clay sellers, and the honest reasons behind my new tiered pricing.

Earthy Crunch · 19 December 2025

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Clay, consumption and conscious choice: an honest conversation

L'argile, la consommation et le choix éclairé : une conversation honnête

Un regard honnête et transparent sur la consommation d'argile, le pica et le choix personnel. Cet article explore ce que sont les argiles naturelle...

Earthy Crunch · 18 December 2025

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A little December update: slowing down and staying sane

Petite mise à jour de décembre : ralentir, être présent et rester sain d’esprit

The run-up to Christmas collided with a busy stretch at my day job, so something had to give. Here's what's changing for a bit.

Earthy Crunch · 08 December 2025

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What I could do better: a 2025 end of year reflection

Ce que Earthy Crunch UK pourrait améliorer - Une réflexion de fin d'année 2025

Pride doesn't mean perfection. Here's an honest look at what I could be doing better, and what I'm doing about it.

Earthy Crunch · 09 November 2025

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Meet the seller: me

Rencontrez le vendeur : 1ère partie – Earthy Crunch UK

Kicking off a new interview series with, well, me. Here's the honest version of why this shop exists.

Earthy Crunch · 01 November 2025

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Mexican Holy Bars: when faith meets crunch

Barres religieuses mexicaines : quand la foi rencontre le croquant

These pale, powdery bars started life as a pilgrimage blessing. Here's how they ended up in stash boxes too.

Earthy Crunch · 28 October 2025

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Is there actually crunch in your back garden?

Tour des endroits où l'on trouve de la terre comestible au Royaume-Uni : y a-t-il du « croquant » dans votre jardin ?

Curieux de savoir ce qui se trouve sous vos pieds ? Avant de creuser, voici un guide de prudence (mais fascinant) sur les sols et les argiles comes...

Earthy Crunch · 27 October 2025

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What actually pairs well with a crunch

Accords d'argile : aliments et boissons qui complètent le croquant

Associer les argiles comestibles à la bonne boisson ou au bon encas peut complètement transformer votre expérience de dégustation. Des tisanes apai...

Earthy Crunch · 27 October 2025

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From harvest to crunch: how edible clay actually gets made

De la récolte au croquant : comment l'argile comestible est extraite et traitée

That perfect piece of clay in your stash box went through a proper process to get there. Here's what actually happens.

Earthy Crunch · 15 October 2025

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What makes a clay actually good to crunch

Profils minéraux : qu'est-ce qui rend une argile « agréable à croquer » ?

Not all clay is equal. Here's what's actually going on mineral-wise when a piece hits just right.

Earthy Crunch · 13 October 2025

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How I actually discovered my cravings

Comment j'ai découvert mes envies : Mon parcours avec le pica

I made mud pies like every other kid. The difference is I never really grew out of it. Here's the actual story.

Earthy Crunch · 12 October 2025

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How to actually store your clay so it doesn't turn to dust

Période de pointe : Comment conserver vos argiles comestibles en toute sécurité chez vous

Moisture, heat and too much handling are what ruin a good stash. Here's how to actually keep yours in top form.

Earthy Crunch · 12 October 2025

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Pica and pregnancy: what the research actually says

Le pica et la grossesse : ce que dit la recherche

Craving clay or chalk during pregnancy is more common than people think. Here's what's actually known, and what to do about it.

Earthy Crunch · 08 October 2025

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Roasted, raw or sun-dried: how processing changes the flavour

Torréfié, cru ou séché au soleil ? Comment la transformation modifie la saveur

Torréfiée, crue ou séchée au soleil — la façon dont l'argile est préparée peut complètement transformer sa saveur et son croquant. Les argiles crue...

Earthy Crunch · 13 September 2025

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Nakumatt clay, explained

Le monde des argiles Nakumatt : un favori parmi les Picans et les Géophages

Du Kenya à l'Inde et maintenant à votre porte — l'argile Nakumatt est devenue un favori apprécié des géophages pour sa profondeur fumée, son croqua...

Earthy Crunch · 31 August 2025

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