Posted on 01/12/2018 10:13:48 PM PST by nickcarraway
A new social media challenge is going viral, but this time, it’s causing a health hazards to those participating.
“The Tide POD Challenge” has many filming themselves chewing a Tide POD detergent packet and then posting their reactions to social media.
But many health professionals advise against participating in this challenge, as it could cause some serious health complications.
Tide detergent pods are small packages of highly concentrated laundry detergent replace traditional bottled laundry detergent.
Bear Slices SW Florida Man's Face While Walking Dog The American Association of Poison Control Centers reported that more than 10,000 children five and younger were exposed to a single-load laundry packet in 2017.
Children who have gotten the product in their mouths have reported excessive vomiting, wheezing and gasping. Some have even reported getting very sleepy.
A spokesperson from Tide says they are “deeply concerned about conversations related to intentional and improper use of liquid laundry pacs.”
Bats Take Over Texas Walmart Store “They should not be played with,” said a Tide spokesman, in reference to the Tide PODs. “Whatever the circumstance, even if meant as a joke. Like all household cleaning products, they must be used properly and stored safely.”
The front label of the Tide PODS packaging states that they are harmful if placed in the mouth or swallowed and can also irritate the eyes.
If a Tide POD is eaten, you’re urged to call Poison Control or proceed to your nearest emergency room for treatment.
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