3 w. ago Retailers warned not to offer refills of popular summer drink to children under 10

A food watchdog has issued updated guidance as the weather gets warmer.

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3 w. ago Symptoms to watch for as drinks 'banned' for children under seven

Children under 10 should also not have more than one small drink, the Food Standards Agency says

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3 w. ago Children under seven should not drink slushies, watchdog warns

In updated advice, the regulator has warned the products are not suitable for children under ten. It comes as amid a surge in horrifying reports of children collapsing.

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3 w. ago Children under seven should not drink slushies containing glycerol, says regulator

Food Standards Agency warns that the drinks can cause decreased consciousness and low blood sugarChildren 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. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago 'Do not drink' warning for children under seven as popular summer treat said to pose 'serious risks'

They contain an ingredient that can pose a serious health risk to children

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3 w. ago Exactly why kids should AVOID slushie ice drinks with glycerol after new warning to parents

The Food Standards Agency has warned that very high levels of exposure to glycerol, common in slushie drinks, can lead to shock, very low blood sugar levels and loss of consciousness

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3 w. ago Summer holiday warning as children told not to drink popular ice drink

Exposure to glycerol can cause shock, very low blood sugar levels and loss of consciousness, the watchdog said

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3 w. ago Food safety warning over popular summer drink posing 'serious risk' to children

The much-loved treat can cause shock, very low blood sugar levels and even loss of consciousness

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