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flag Researchers warn children under eight to avoid slush drinks with glycerol due to health risks.

flag Researchers advise that children under eight avoid consuming slush ice drinks containing glycerol, a sweetener linked to glycerol intoxication syndrome, which can cause symptoms like decreased consciousness and low blood sugar. flag A study in the Archives of Disease in Childhood found 21 UK and Ireland children fell ill after consuming slushies. flag The Food Standards Agency advises against children under four having such drinks, and limits consumption to one per day for ages five to ten.

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