"Galaxy Gas" refers to a brand of nitrous oxide canisters, which are typically sold for culinary purposes. Recently, this product gained popularity on social media, where it has become a trend for young people to inhale nitrous oxide for recreational highs. These canisters are sold in appealing flavors and colorful packaging making them attractive to youth.
This is a dangerous trend since it can lead to serious health issues, including headaches, heart palpitations, and potentially death.
The trend has gained popularity on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, YouTube, and X, where influencers, streamers, and musicians have drawn attention to it. Some videos depict people inhaling the gas in challenges or dares. This has led celebrities like SZA and Lil Gnar to speak out against the dangerous trend, with SZA highlighting the harm it can cause to brain cells.
In response to this, YouTube and TikTok have attempted to restrict access to such videos by implementing age restrictions and directing users to substance use resources. However, these efforts have been partially ineffective as users bypass the restrictions with minor changes in search terms.
While nitrous oxide is easily available from major online retailers, Galaxy Gas stopped selling its products on September 19, 2024, following the social media trend, but teens are still finding ways to get it. While the product is legal when used for its intended purposes, it is illegal to sell nitrous oxide to anyone under 18 in Connecticut.
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