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'Cinnamon challenge' poses health risks

Teens following latest YouTube craze of attempting to swallow a spoonful of cinnamon are risking injury or death, say paramedics.

Cinnamon game poses health risk

13 years ago
Duration 1:49
Health officials warn against latest craze on Youtube, whereby teens try to ingest a spoonful of cinnamon without water.

CBC Ottawa's Steve Fischer talks to Ottawa high school students about the latest YouTube craze, whereby teensattempts to swallow a spoonful of cinnamon without the aid of water. Health officials warn people who try "the cinnamon challenge" are risking injury or death.Watch the video.