Fatal Consequences of Viral 'One Chip Challenge' for Teenager
TL;DR
A 14-year-old boy in Massachusetts died after participating in the viral "One Chip Challenge," which involves eating an extremely spicy tortilla chip seasoned with capsaicin from Carolina Reaper and Naga Viper peppers. It is unclear if the chip contributed to his death, and an investigation is underway. Capsaicin consumption can cause mouth and throat pain, as well as more serious health issues such as heart attack and esophageal damage.
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