Experts are warning of the dangers of glycerol used in slushie ice drinks. (Getty Images) Children under the age of eight should avoid consuming slushies containing the sweetening agent glycerol, ...

Sipping on a slushie on a hot day is probably a core childhood memory for a lot of us. But that icy-cold sweet treat was just linked to a dangerous syndrome in children—who have shown symptoms in as ...

The delightfully sweet, neon-bright slushies (or slurpees as we call it in Malaysia) that light up a child’s face with joy ...

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 ...