Consuming Tissue: Risks and Potential Health Impacts

Eating tissue (e.g., facial tissue) is not recommended and potentially harmful:

1. No Nutritional Value: Mostly indigestible cellulose.
2. Digestive Distress: Bloating, constipation, discomfort.
3. Choking Hazard: Slippery texture can lodge in throat.
4. Chemical Toxicity: Manufacturing chemicals/dyes may cause nausea, vomiting, allergies.
5. Infection Risk: Bacteria on contaminated tissue.
6. Psychological Concern: May indicate pica (compulsive non-food eating), requiring professional help.

Accidental small ingestion unlikely to cause harm; consult a doctor if concerned or symptomatic.