Dangerous new sex trend is sweeping college campuses: Doctors warn young men are at risk of death

Honey honey, nearly kills me.A new sex trend is sweeping college campuses across the U.S., and healthcare professionals are sounding the alarm. Male students are consuming “honey packets” that are marketed as sexual enhancers — but doctors warn that the seemingly au naturel products pose significant health risks.

The honey packets, which contain “natural ingredients,” are said to boost sexual performance and the intensity of an erection.In a recent TikTok video garnering more than 400,000 views, several male students at Arizona State University discuss the popularity of the products.However, according to USA Today, investigations have found that many of these packets contain hidden pharmaceutical drugs, specifically the same active ingredients found in Cialis and Viagra — FDA-approved medications for erectile dysfunction. These drugs, such as sildenafil, can cause dangerous side effects, including sudden blood pressure spikes, chest pain, vision changes, and even heart attacks.The troubling part is that honey packets are not regulated by the FDA because they are categorized as dietary supplements and so their contents are not reviewed before reaching the market. Dr.

Jesse Mills, a clinical professor and director of the Men’s Clinic at UCLA, expressed his concern, noting that college students can purchase these packets without knowing what’s inside.“It’s crazy.You can go to any liquor store and truck stop and buy a honey packet, and you have no idea what’s in there,” Mills told USA Today.

This lack of oversight creates an environment where dangerous products can easily reach consumers.Doctors are particularly worried about the combination of these honey packets with alcohol, a common scenario at college parties. Dr.

Peter Leone, a professor at the University of North Carolina, cautioned that this mix could lead to severe drops in blood pressure, dizziness, or fainting. “I would worry about kids dropping their blood pressure, havin...