A man who has developed a bizarre addiction to consuming cardboard has been featured on the popular TLC programme My Strange Addiction. The show, which explores unusual compulsive behaviours, has returned for its seventh series, highlighting the story of Terry, a man who sprinkles ripped-up cardboard on his food.
Childhood Origins of the Addiction
In a clip from the episode shared on Instagram, Terry explains that his addiction began when he was just six years old. He recalls picking up a piece of cardboard, putting it in his mouth, and finding the taste appealing. Since that moment, he has continued this habit throughout his life.
Secretive Breakfast Rituals
Terry is shown in his kitchen, where a pile of flattened cardboard boxes sits on the counter. As he prepares fried eggs for breakfast, he reveals his secret ingredient: cardboard. He keeps a plastic bag full of small cardboard pieces in his cupboard, which he sprinkles over his eggs. Terry admits that he typically makes his breakfast while others are asleep to avoid being seen with the cardboard.
Preference for Regular Brown Boxes
According to reports from PrimeTimer, Terry has tried various types of cardboard but prefers the "regular brown box." He describes washing and drying it if it's dusty, noting that it softens up and develops a crackling taste when dried. This meticulous preparation is part of his daily routine.
My Strange Addiction's History
My Strange Addiction first aired in 2010 and has featured numerous individuals with compulsive behaviours over the years. Past episodes have included a woman addicted to sleeping with a running hair dryer, a man who eats champagne glasses and light bulbs, a woman who grew her fingernails for 22 years, and a man obsessed with inflatable swimming pool toys, even bathing and eating with them.
The show continues to captivate audiences by shedding light on these unique and often misunderstood habits, with Terry's story being the latest addition to its roster of strange addictions.
