Recently, a news that a 14-year-old boy died of eating super spicy corn flakes was shocking. This American teenager with congenital heart disease died of heart and lung failure caused by high concentrations of capsaicin after trying the Paqui brand corn flakes, which is known as "the hottest in the world".
The tragedy of the incident speaks for itself. But when you think about it, this is not an isolated case. On the Internet, various "chili challenge" videos have emerged one after another, and participants often gulp spicy food in front of the camera to show their "bravery". However, this kind of blind pursuit of excitement is actually full of health risks.
The combination of Carolina Reaper and Naga Viper Peppers, two "ferocious" peppers, makes Paqui nachos far more spicy than regular peppers. The average pepper of the Carolina Reaper pepper is as high as 1,569,300 SHU and can reach a maximum of 2,200,000 SHU. This is equivalent to the spiciness of civilian pepper spray, which is enough to cause harm to the human body. The Naga Viper pepper was also rated as the third hottest pepper in the world, which shows its high spiciness.
For ordinary people, moderate consumption of chili peppers can help appetite, but excessive intake of capsaicin may cause problems such as upper gastrointestinal damage and gastrointestinal discomfort. For people with underlying medical conditions, excessive consumption of spicy and irritating foods is tantamount to a joke with life.
Whose fault is it for the "spicy dead" nachos? While manufacturers are to blame, consumers should be more aware of their own protection. Blindly participating in online challenges and indulging in spicy food are all taking risks with health.
There is only one life, and we have no right to be dismissive. It is hoped that this lesson will sound the alarm bell and arouse the awareness of more people to cherish life. Both food producers and consumers should always put safety and health first. After all, no matter how exciting the challenge is, it's not worth gambling with your life.