The coronavirus that causes Covid-19 is believed to have originated from wild animals sold at a wet market in China—and put Chinese eating habits under a microscope.<br /><br />Lately, we’ve been getting this question a lot: “Why do Chinese people eat everything?” But is it true? Where did this stereotype come from, and how do people in China feel about it?<br /><br />This is “Why Chinese,” a new series where we’re debunking common stereotypes about Chinese people one Google search at a time.<br /><br />If you liked this video, we have more explainers about China, including:<br /><br />How Did the NBA Piss Off an Entire Country? <br />https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7mttx0<br /><br />What’s It Like to Be a Food Deliveryman in China? <br />https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7g7tpn<br /><br />Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments: http://instagram.com/goldthread2<br />Stay updated on Twitter: http://twitter.com/goldthread2<br />Join the conversation on Facebook: http://facebook.com/goldthread2<br />Have story ideas? Send them to us at hello@goldthread2.com<br /><br />Producer: Jessica Novia<br />Editor: Hanley Chu<br />Animation: Ray Ngan and Cyan Cheung<br />Mastering: Victor Peña<br /><br />Music: Audio Network<br />
