Mumbai, July 24 Chinese influencer Pan Xioting tragically passed away on July 14 while live-streaming a Mukbang session. Although the official cause of death has not been disclosed, some reports suggest it may have been related to complications from consuming large quantities of food, which reportedly led to severe digestive issues. Pan Xioting, who was 24 years old, frequently engaged in Mukbang challenges, often spending more than 10 hours eating.

Xioting's parents were always concerned about her health, but she wanted to bear the "risk".  "What's the point of making more money? Do you know how much harm this does to your body?" they asked. Xioting, However, she reassured her parent, claiming I could "bear the risk". Xioting weighed more than 300 kg at the time of death. Chinese Influencer Dies After Binge-Drinking Alcohol: Zhong Yuan Huang Ge Aka Brother Huang Passes Away After Binging Excessive Amounts of Baijiu During Viral 'PK' Challenge.

More About Pan Xioting

According to the Times of India, Pan Xioting began her career as a waitress and started live-streaming out of passion as a part-time job. Her streams quickly gained popularity, leading her to make it her full-time career. She earned well and built a significant following through her live-streaming. Despite her parents' concerns, she pursued this career, even renting a separate studio for her sessions. Xioting often consumed up to 10 kilograms of food over sessions lasting up to 10 hours, which led to multiple hospital visits due to the health risks associated with her intense eating challenges. China Says Influencers and Streamers Need To Have Professional Qualifications To Talk About Medicine, Finance.

What Is Mukbang?

Mukabang is a significantly popular eating trend in which streamers eat food in large quantities while interacting with their audiences. It is a Korean term for eating while broadcasting. muk-ja" means to eat, and bang-song means to broadcast. Mukbang has sparked discussions about health, as some hosts have experienced negative consequences due to their eating habits. Despite this, the trend continues to thrive online, with many Mukbang creators finding success and building large followings.

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