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Viral Social Media Video: Worms Found in Kellogg’s Chocos Box
An Instagram user from India took the time to share the video on social media after finding worms in a Kellogg's Chocos box.
A recent social media post has sent shockwaves across the country’s chocolate-loving community. The post, which went viral, featured a video allegedly showing worms inside a box of Chocos, a popular cereal made by Kellogg’s. Shared on January 22, the video has garnered widespread criticism and raised serious questions about food safety standards in India.
According to reports, a man discovered the unsettling surprise after opening the box at home. His sister first noticed an unusual taste in the cereal, prompting them to investigate further. To their horror, they found worms crawling inside the chocolate-flavored cereal. The man wasted no time recording a video documenting the disturbing find and promptly shared it on his Instagram account, tagging the brand.
In response to the incident, Kellogg’s issued a statement expressing regret for the consumer’s unfortunate experience. The statement acknowledged the inconvenience caused and assured that their Consumer Affairs team would contact the affected individual to address their concerns. They urged the individual to share their contact details via direct message.
The revelation has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with many expressing disgust and outrage while questioning Kellogg’s hygiene and quality control practices. Numerous users recounted similar experiences of discovering foreign objects in their food, shedding light on broader concerns about food safety in the country.
One user shared a troubling experience, recalling encountering live worms in the same product years ago, before social media became ubiquitous. They expressed disbelief that such issues persist. Another user shared a sense of relief, having checked their box of Chocos after watching the video and finding no worms, as it had not yet expired. A third user advocated for homemade food, suggesting a departure from packaged food consumption in favor of homemade alternatives.
The incident is a stark reminder of the importance of stringent food safety measures and highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability within the food industry. As consumers demand answers, Kellogg’s faces mounting pressure to address the issue swiftly and reassure the public of the safety and quality of its products.