A family in Beijing staged a two-week ‘Qing Dynasty’ challenge, eating over 700 chicken heads and stacking the bones into a 1.9-meter tower. The father reported nausea upon seeing chicken heads afterward.

Social Context

Food-based viral challenges—especially those invoking historical or ‘authentic’ themes—have proliferated on Chinese short-video platforms. While largely unregulated, such stunts intersect with food safety guidelines (GB 2760) and consumer protection norms; repeated consumption of organ meats risks excessive cholesterol and heavy metal exposure, prompting health advisories from provincial CDCs.

Safety Tip

Limit organ meat intake to ≤2 servings weekly; consult nutritionists before participating in dietary challenges involving unfamiliar preparation methods or quantities.