Urgent Warning: Japanese Kids Hospitalized After Consuming Ultra-Spicy Chips with This Dangerous Indian Spice!

Fourteen Japanese high school students were hospitalized on Tuesday after consuming “super spicy” potato chips, according to local media reports. During recess, over 30 students from a Tokyo high school shared “R 18 Curry Chips,” resulting in several students experiencing nausea and severe mouth pain. One student was so unwell that they had to be taken to the hospital in a wheelchair.

The incident was sparked by a male student who brought the chips to school for amusement, having previously found them extremely spicy. The brand’s website explicitly warns that individuals under 18 should not consume these chips due to their intense heat, which comes from the use of “ghost pepper.”

Ghost pepper, or bhut jolokia, hails from northeastern India and is recognized as one of the world’s spiciest chili peppers. It held the Guinness World Record for the hottest chili pepper from 2007 to 2011. The manufacturer, Isoyama Corp, emphasizes that those with high blood pressure, weak stomachs, or a low tolerance for spicy foods should avoid the product.

Isoyama Corp extended apologies for any discomfort caused and wished the affected students a speedy recovery. Their website features several warnings about the product’s spiciness, stating that even spice enthusiasts should exercise caution. The chips are labeled “R 18+ Curry Chips” to highlight their extreme heat.

The incident has drawn attention to the potential health risks posed by excessively spicy snacks, prompting a broader conversation about food safety and appropriate age recommendations.

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