Chicago Man Eats 100 Live Insects Daily, Claims Popcorn Taste

• Carlos, 26, from Chicago, consumes 100 live mealworms daily, describing their taste as butter popcorn.
• He enjoys the sensation of insects crawling on his tongue and moving down his throat.
• Carlos also eats cockroaches, finding their insides to be like custard, and has been eating insects since age 4.
• His partner, Ashley, is concerned about his health, especially since doctors warn of bacteria entering his body and potentially eating brain tissue.
• Carlos buys the insects from a store, spending up to $8, and is now gradually reducing his intake due to health concerns.

Why It Matters: A Chicago man's unusual diet of 100 live insects daily raises health concerns despite his enjoyment.