Louisiana Parents Beware: TikTok’s Viral Candy Trend Leading to Burn Injuries in Kids
There have been plenty of warnings over the years about what parents should be looking out for when their children pay too much attention to TikTok trends and not enough attention to safety.
Most recently, a series of trends involving making food is causing severe burns among children, and parents throughout Louisiana should be aware, as well as take the time to explain the risks to their kids.
One viral TikTok trend where users create "Tanghulu," a Chinese candy, involves coating fruits like grapes and strawberries in molten sugar, is raising alarms among doctors due to the increasing number of burn injuries, particularly among children. This traditional Chinese treat has gained popularity on social media, where users try to replicate it at home.
However, making Tanghulu involves heating sugar to high temperatures, which can cause severe burns if mishandled.
In a recent warning, physicians from Shriners Children's Hospital in Boston pointed out that many children and teens are attempting this recipe, often without understanding the dangers. The sugar used for Tanghulu reaches temperatures well above 300°F—hotter than boiling water—leading to cases of second- and third-degree burns.
Similarly, in Pennsylvania, a 9-year-old boy suffered serious burns after trying another TikTok trend, the Jolly Rancher grape recipe, where molten candy spilled on his hand. This incident resulted in second-degree burns that required multiple hospital visits.
Doctors advise parents to be cautious when their children experiment with such trends. The high-temperature sugar used in these recipes hardens quickly when exposed to cooler air, increasing the risk of severe burns.
Medical professionals urge users to take safety precautions, such as wearing gloves and closely supervising children in the kitchen.
With the rise of food-related TikTok trends, it's essential to prioritize safety and be aware of the potential hazards involved in recreating these viral recipes.
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