Teen Dies After Consuming Borax for Weight Loss Found on YouTube
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News18•20-01-2026, 18:37
Teen Dies After Consuming Borax for Weight Loss Found on YouTube
- •A 19-year-old girl, Kalaiyarasi from Madurai, Tamil Nadu, died after consuming Borax (Vengaram) for weight loss.
- •She found the weight loss remedy on a YouTube channel and purchased the chemical from a pharmacy.
- •After consumption, she experienced severe vomiting and diarrhea, leading to her death despite medical attention.
- •Her father, Velamurugan, filed a complaint at Sellur Police Station, prompting a suspicious death investigation.
- •Experts warn against blindly following social media weight loss remedies, as Borax is toxic and can cause organ failure.
Why It Matters: A teen's death from consuming Borax for weight loss highlights the dangers of unverified online health advice.
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