Chinese woman lists lifetime collection of nail clippings for sale online

A woman in China has listed nail clippings she has saved since childhood for sale at 150 yuan, roughly $22, according to a social media listing that drew widespread user attention and curiosity over why the clippings had been kept for years. Historical texts of traditional Chinese medicine describe human nails being processed through cleaning, drying, grinding or roasting before use in certain old recipes. Modern medicine does not recognize these practices as scientifically proven treatments, and the texts also reference a range of other human-derived ingredients alongside plant, animal and mineral substances. The price set by the seller does not indicate any established market value for nail clippings and is more likely tied to folk custom or personal practice. The listing has nonetheless drawn attention to the differing cultural attitudes toward nail clippings, which are typically discarded in most societies. No further details about the seller or the listing were immediately available.