00:00 In South Korea, a new food trend has taken social media by storm.
00:04 Deep-frying and eating starch toothpicks have gone viral,
00:08 with videos garnering thousands of likes and shares on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
00:13 These toothpicks made from sweet potato or corn starch are environmentally friendly and biodegradable.
00:19 However, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety issued a health warning,
00:23 cautioning against consuming these toothpicks.
00:26 "Starch toothpicks are not edible products. Their safety as food has not been verified," said the ministry on eggs.
00:33 "Please do not eat."
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