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Teen Dies After Excessive Mineral Toxin Intake
21 Jan
Summary
- A 17-year-old girl died after consuming excessive mineral substances.
- She followed weight loss advice found on social media platforms.
- Doctors warn against unverified medical information online.

A 17-year-old girl in Madurai has died, with reports indicating excessive consumption of a mineral substance typically used in naturopathic treatments. The girl, Kalaiyarasi, was admitted to the hospital on January 17. Her father stated that she had been following medical advice obtained from YouTube and other social media platforms for weight loss. Doctors suspect her intake of the mineral, usually prescribed in doses below 10 mg for medicinal purposes, far exceeded advisable levels. While the autopsy report is pending, medical professionals noted that higher quantities of this mineral can lead to total body dysfunction. This case serves as a stark warning about the perils of unverified online health trends, especially concerning weight loss and cosmetic concerns. Youngsters are strongly advised to avoid blindly following medical recommendations found on social media.




