How many Scoville Units is the One Chip Challenge? The one chip challenge contains 1,463,700 Scoville Heat Units.
The units give the measurement of capsaicin present in spicy food like chili, or hot sauce. Capsaicin is the key ingredient that makes a pepper hot.
In 2016, the One Chip Challenge was created by the tortilla chips company, Paqui. As the name suggests, there is a single chip in the packet with Carolina Reaper pepper as the essential spice.
The main goal of this challenge is to consume the chip and not eat anything to reduce the pain in the aftermath, while everything is being filmed. And the legend who can stay the longest with the pain equivalent to 1,463,700 SHU becomes the winner.
The challenge resurfaces repeatedly on the internet, especially on TikTok where it is easy to film, edit, post, and reach a wider audience. People can be seen screaming, crying, and panicking as a result of this challenge.
Challenge
TikTok Trouble Bubble Gum Challenge was first introduced in 2021. The Spice King named Cameron Walker brought it back in 2023.
Also called as 'Hot Gum' challenge, it spread like wildfire through apps like TikTok. Due to the difficulty of this challenge, it disappeared for a while.
Enough videos are available online where people are indulging in this risky activity. It is baffling that eating up a Trouble Bubble Gum causes pain equivalent to that of pepper spray because both contain oleoresin capsicum.
Steps To Perform the Hot Gum Challenge
First of all, you need to have the following things to perform the trend:
- CaJohns Trouble Bubble Bubble Gum is the most important thing for this task. It is accessible to be bought for all as it is available on Amazon at $19.96.
- Gloves are also necessary as a precautionary measure. You need to avoid physical contact with the gum because it will cause long-lasting irritation.
- Before starting the challenge, foods like ice cream, milk, or chocolates to relieve the pain should be kept aside.
Step 1: First of all, you need to set your camera on a tripod or ring light, which can capture you clearly.
Step 2: Then, you need to put on gloves and use scissors to open the packet of gum and put it into your mouth.
Step 3: After that, you need to chew it as fast as possible and blow a bubble.
Step 4: As soon as a bubble is created, you can throw it and eat the foods you have set aside.
The Challenge has Caused Students to be Admitted to Hospital
As most young kids fancy such challenging tasks, they are at high risk of being sick and unwell. There is news that many students are being taken to hospital after indulging in this daring task.
In April, ten students from the Dexter Park Elementary School in Orange bought CaJohn’s Trouble Bubble gum, the hottest one ever. They could not handle the pain and ended up seeking medical attention.
Despite the caution written on the packet of gum, people are finding it interesting to try it. Those who are in pain as a result of 'Hot Gum' can rinse their mouth with water until the pain lessens. It is necessary to wear gloves before starting the challenge.
Your hands should not touch any other area of your skin, as it will cause insurmountable suffering. If you swallow the saliva, you need to be taken to the hospital for a check-up.
What Is Bubble Gum Challenge?
Bubble Gum Challenge is a viral challenge requiring people to chew gum containing 16 million Scoville units. The challenge ends if one succeeds in blowing a bubble.
Every day, new challenges are introduced on social media platforms. From funny, simple, harmless, and exciting to tremendously dangerous challenges that can cause people to lose their lives are created regularly.
In the worst-case scenario, it may cause people to feel sick for days. But its immediate impact makes one nauseated. No amount of sugar, ice cream, ice, or milk can provide relief in seconds.
It makes one throw up due to its extreme heat. It is torture that people are willing to inflict upon themselves. Temporarily it causes extreme pain in respiratory tracts and also irritates.
There are more than 14.5 million views on videos containing #troublebubblechallenge. Even YouTube contains many videos with this challenge.
The YouTubers Hold On Hollywood, too the challenge with a chip with 1.7 Million Scoville units. They seemed to cough and wished they never try something like this again.
