Glycerol may be dangerous to children. A recent update from the UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) warned that the sweetener was not suitable for those under seven when found in ice slush drinks. The ...

Experts have warned that slushies (flavoured drinks made of syrup and crushed ice) containing the additive glycerol can make children below the age of eight very ill. Examining the cases of 21 two- to ...

In February of this year, headlines splashed across U.K. media: "Boy, four, hallucinated and clawed at his face after drinking slushy, mother says," "Mum's plea as 'unconscious' tot hospitalized after ...

Glycerin is a compound that has many uses. In foods, it can help add sweetness, act as a preservative, and play other roles. Glycerin comes from animal and vegetable fats. Its very versatile and can ...