Slushy Drinks May Contain An Ingredient That Can Make Kids Really Sick
They might seem like a harmless, nostalgic summer treat, but a little-known ingredient in some frozen slushies can pose a serious health risk for some kids. In a new study, experts review 21 cases of children who became unwell after consuming these products and ask whether the time is right to update public health guidance,
A Common Ingredient In Slushies Is Sending Kids To The Hospital
Health experts warn against slushy drinks for young kids after alarming hospitalizations linked to glycerol intoxication.
Sugar-free slushies can make young kids seriously sick, new study suggests
Nearly all of the children in the study -- 94% -- experienced a drop in consciousness, 95% had dangerously low blood sugar, and 94% developed a buildup of acid in the body. Other symptoms included low potassium levels, excessive fat levels in the blood, and high levels of glycerol in the urine.
Sugar-Free Slushies Can Make Kids Seriously Ill, Experts Warn
Young kids can become seriously ill after drinking sugar-free slushies containing glycerol, a sugar alcohol used to help maintain the drinks’ icy texture, a new study warns. Children 7 and younger suffered a sudden sharp drop in blood sugar,
The Mystery Behind Slushies and Sick Kids
What are the dangers in slushies for kids that parents should watch out for? What if this fun treat isn’t as safe as it seems? Recent news from doctors and researchers has parents and experts talking—and it’s all about something hiding in those slushies that might be making kids sick.
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Sugar-free slushies can make children seriously sick
Across the UK and Ireland in recent years, there has been an increase in kids becoming seriously ill soon after drinking sugar-free slushies. A new study has pointed the finger at glycerol, a compound that’s used as a sugar substitute and,
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