Germans warned to avoid #spicy eating challenges

Source: https://www.dw.com/en/germans-warned-to-avoid-spicy-eating-challenges/a-66760867

In #Großbritannien ermany, the challenge has resulted in the hospitalization of at least one student, according to news portal Tagesschau. A 14-year old student in the US state of #Massachusetts died hours after taking part in the #challenge. It is unclear whether his death was caused by the spicy #chip.

The company behind the chips used in the challenge has meanwhile pulled the product from shelves.

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