- The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned parents and carers against giving slush ice drinks containing glycerol to children under the age of seven.
- Glycerol, used as a sugar substitute to prevent slushies from freezing solid, can cause very low blood sugar levels and unconsciousness in young children if consumed at high levels.
- The FSA's updated advice, following recent intoxication incidents, takes a more precautionary approach to protect children.
- Businesses are advised to limit cup sizes and avoid offering free refill promotions to children under 10 for drinks containing glycerol.
- The warning applies to ready-to-drink slush drinks in pouches and home kits, with businesses urged to use only the minimum necessary glycerol.
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