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Man's 3kg Haribo Binge Sparks Health Warning

10/9/2025

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Nathan Rimington, 33, of South Yorkshire, was treated after a 3kg Haribo cola-bottle binge that led to diverticulitis.
Doctors initially suspected food poisoning but found high gelatin; he spent six days on intravenous fluids (IV) and antibiotics.
He urges moderation, calling it his fault.
The government banned price-slashing junk-food deals from Oct 1 and will ban online ads in January.

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Nathan Rimington, 33, of South Yorkshire, was treated after a 3kg Haribo cola-bottle binge that led to diverticulitis.
Doctors initially suspected food poisoning but found high gelatin; he spent six days on intravenous fluids (IV) and antibiotics.
He urges moderation, calling it his fault.
The government banned price-slashing junk-food deals from Oct 1 and will ban online ads in January.