Children under the age of seven should not consume slush ice drinks, commonly known as "slushies", if they contain glycerol, due to the serious health risks they pose, the food safety watchdog has warned.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) stated that "very high" exposure to glycerol, typically occurring when a child consumes several slushies in a short period, can lead to shock, dangerously low blood sugar levels, and even loss of consciousness.
