The Economic Times

Weight loss tip goes wrong: Teen dies after following YouTube fat melt video using borax, used as pesticides and stain removers

A 19-year-old student died after consuming borax, known as 'venkaaram', bought from a local shop. She followed advice from a social media video promising quick weight loss. The substance caused severe vomiting and diarrhoea. Doctors declared her dead on arrival at the hospital. Police are investigating the social media video and the shop's role.