The One Chip Challenge is a social media challenge where participants eat a single extremely spicy tortilla chip made with some of the hottest peppers in the world, including the Carolina Reaper and Naga Viper peppers. After eating the chip, participants try to avoid eating or drinking anything else for as long as possible, with the challenge often measured on a scale from a few minutes up to one hour. The chip is sold in a coffin-shaped package and is marketed as a test of endurance against intense heat and pain
. The chip contains very high levels of capsaicin, the chemical responsible for the spicy sensation, which can cause severe mouth and throat pain, nausea, vomiting, and in some cases, more serious health issues like heart palpitations, esophageal damage, and breathing difficulties. Due to these risks, the challenge is not recommended for children, people with health conditions, or those sensitive to spicy foods
. The challenge gained popularity through social media and was attempted by celebrities and many others. However, it faced serious criticism after a 14-year-old boy died hours after participating in the challenge in 2023. Following this incident, the manufacturer Paqui discontinued the product and pulled it from stores
. In summary, the One Chip Challenge involves eating one extremely hot chip and enduring the intense heat without relief, but it carries significant health risks and has been discontinued due to safety concerns
