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New Study Warns Kids: Avoid Slushies With Glycerol!

3/13/2025

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Children under eight should steer clear of slushies with glycerol, as new research reveals alarming health risks. A study involving 21 kids in the UK and Ireland found troubling symptoms, including low blood sugar and reduced consciousness. Current guidelines already restrict slushies for those under four and advise limited consumption for older children.

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Children under eight should steer clear of slushies with glycerol, as new research reveals alarming health risks. A study involving 21 kids in the UK and Ireland found troubling symptoms, including low blood sugar and reduced consciousness. Current guidelines already restrict slushies for those under four and advise limited consumption for older children.