A food watchdog has issued updated guidance as the weather gets warmer. Events
Children under 10 should also not have more than one small drink, the Food Standards Agency says Events
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. Events
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... Politics
They contain an ingredient that can pose a serious health risk to children Events
Exposure to glycerol can cause shock, very low blood sugar levels and loss of consciousness, the watchdog said Events
The much-loved treat can cause shock, very low blood sugar levels and even loss of consciousness Events
