British influencer Sam Pepper’s recent experience in India turned into a nightmare after consuming “bhang,” a cannabis-infused drink, during his travels. Pepper, known for documenting his adventures on Instagram and YouTube, ended up in the hospital after suffering severe digestive issues. His health rapidly deteriorated after drinking what he referred to as “Indian street milk,” eventually leading to a terrifying situation where he vomited blood. In a video titled “I Drank Indian Street Milk and Ended Up in Hospital,” Pepper detailed his ordeal, explaining how his symptoms worsened as he began vomiting green and yellow bile, which later turned into blood.
The video shows Pepper in his hospital bed, visibly in pain and suffering from an emotional breakdown. He described how the hospital staff made his situation worse by improperly handling his IV drip, which caused blood to flow out. The influencer expressed his frustration with the attention he was receiving in the hospital, stating that locals would come into his room under the guise of doing jobs, but were primarily there to take selfies with him. Pepper also claimed that people were staring at him because of his status as a foreigner, which only added to his distress.
Following his ordeal, Pepper decided to fly to Bangkok for further treatment. While reflecting on his experience, he expressed regret about trying unfamiliar food and drinks, especially those tied to local “holy” traditions, which he believes triggered his health issues. His decision to experiment with bhang, often consumed during religious festivals in India, led to a social media frenzy, with many users reacting to the video. Some users expressed sympathy for his situation, with one commenter saying, “Damn, hope there isn’t any permanent damage. What a nightmare.” Another user was shocked by Pepper’s choice to try something so potentially risky, writing, “Sam, I don’t even know how your brain allowed you to try anything there. How did you even mentally manage to do that?”
The video has garnered a significant amount of attention online, with viewers sharing their thoughts on Pepper’s misadventure. While some offered words of comfort and encouragement, others criticized his decision to engage in such activities while traveling in a foreign country. One comment pointed out the irony of Pepper’s situation, saying, “Those holy rituals did a number on cleansing you, bro. Feel better man.” The video serves as a cautionary tale for those who may be tempted to try unfamiliar foods or drinks while traveling, especially in countries where ingredients like bhang are legal and culturally significant but potentially harmful to those unaccustomed to them.
Pepper’s ordeal highlights the potential risks of experimenting with local delicacies without fully understanding their effects. His experience has sparked conversation about the importance of being cautious when trying new things while traveling, particularly when it comes to consuming substances with psychoactive properties.
