![]() ![]() "We take safety very seriously and have worked hard to ensure our products are properly and clearly labeled with allergen and safety information," the brand said in a written statement. Worse, if it was accidentally inhaled, which I can imagine happening if someone was to gasp when biting into the chip and noting the heat, it could lead to bronchospasm, be a trigger for asthma or at the least, lead to severe coughing."Ī representative for Paqui told TODAY that the challenge "can be fun for those who understand what they are taking on," and the brand is hopeful those who attempt it do not have a negative experience. "If it was to get into the eyes or nose, it could result in a serious burning sensation there as well. ![]() "The ingredient that makes these peppers so hot is the same found in pepper spray," he said. "Not only do they cause a burning sensation in the mouth when ingested, but they may also do so in the throat, esophagus, stomach, lower gastrointestinal tract and even on the way out," Christiansen said.Ĭhristiansen said the ingredient creating the "heat" is called Capsaicin, and may also cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain. Brett Christiansen, a pediatrician at Marshall Hospital and the Marshall Pediatric Clinic in Placerville, California, told TODAY Parents that the chips are made with two of the hottest known peppers. “The message requested that parents not allow students to bring the chips to school and asked them to discourage their students from taking part in the challenge," Cissa Madero, a spokesperson for the district, told TODAY Parents in a written statement. Pearland Independent School District in Texas also sent a message to parents of Alexander Middle School students alerting them to the chip challenge. Moore confirmed the accuracy of the social post to TODAY Parents, as well as the chip ban. Posted by Huerfano School District Re-1 on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 Re-1 Student, Parent and Guardian Notice: "Paqui" brand hot chips are now banned from all our schools. The post continued that students who bring the chips to school will be suspended. We encourage our parents and guardians to speak with their children about the dangers of participating in this and other potentially harmful internet challenges." "Students across the nation have been hospitalized as a result of a reaction to the heat index of the chips. "These extremely hot chips are being brought to school as part of a social media 'challenge' encouraging other students to eat one," a Facebook post announcing the ban from Superintendent Michael Moore read. "A number of students were sent home and three were referred to the emergency room because of their reactions to the substance."Īs a proactive measure, Huerfano School District Re-1 in in Colorado has banned the chips. "A number of Lodi High students took part in the 'One Chip Challenge' on school campus, which entails eating a chip that has been covered in pepper and hot sauce that causes the individual to react and become ill," Chelsea Vongehr, a spokesperson for Lodi Unified School District, told TODAY Parents. We love your children and want them to be safe and healthy.”Įarlier this year, California school high school students in Lodi Unified School District were sent to the hospital after participating in the challenge, according to a spokesperson for the district. Parents, please speak with your children about the seriousness of what could happen when they try to do these social media challenges. Hines continued, “We had another student taken to the hospital in 2021. “This social media challenge has been around for a few years now and is still causing a safety and security issue for our students,” Jennifer Hines, chief communications officer for Tyler Independent School District, said in a press release sent to TODAY Parents. Last week, a school district spokesperson said that three middle school students in Tyler, Texas were hospitalized after attempting the viral social media challenge. ![]() Though the challenge debuted several years ago, it is seeing renewed interest thanks to the rise in popularity of TikTok. Seek medical assistance should you experience difficulty breathing, fainting, or extended nausea.” “After touching the chip, wash your hands with soap and do not touch your eyes or other sensitive areas. Keep out of reach of children,” the warning reads. “Do not eat if you are sensitive to spicy foods, allergic to peppers, nightshades, or capsaicin, or are pregnant or have any medical conditions. "Post your reaction on social media with #onechipchallenge and mention the brand’s challenge page, a large warning is posted to potential consumers. Wait as long as possible before drinking or eating anything," the website states. ![]()
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