Here’s why you should not consume liquid nitrogen | Just a Minute

A video of a young boy seen feeling uneasy, and screaming in pain after allegedly consuming liquid nitrogen smoked biscuit went viral recently. The incident that took place in Davanagere district in Karnataka raised concerns about the trending liquid nitrogen biscuits, smoky ice creams sold without any warning. Using liquid nitrogen in food and drinks has been quite the rage among children, for their ability to produce misty smoke-like vapors from the nose and mouth on being eaten. While the rumors earlier said that the boy had died post consumption of the liquid nitrogen biscuits, it was clarified by Davanagere police authorities that the boy has recovered. But is it safe to consume liquid nitrogen?