Children under seven should not drink slushies containing glycerol, says regulator
by Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent from World news | The Guardian on (#6YQ2F)
Food Standards Agency warns that the drinks can cause decreased consciousness and low blood sugar
Children under seven should not drink slushies containing glycerol because of the serious health risks they can cause, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has said.
Glycerol is a naturally occurring alcohol and sugar substitute that helps slushies maintain their texture by preventing liquid from freezing solid.
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