Four-Year-Old Girl Left Unconscious After Drinking Slushy at Party — Experts Warn of Hidden Dangers in Sweetened Drinks
At a children’s party, four-year-old Marnie Moore suddenly became unresponsive after gulping down a popular slushy drink. Doctors later diagnosed her with glycerol toxicity — a serious condition triggered by a dangerous drop in blood sugar caused by the sweetener commonly found in slushies.
While older kids can usually handle glycerol safely, younger children like Marnie are at risk of severe reactions such as hypoglycemia, which can lead to seizures or even coma. Marnie was unconscious for 25 minutes and experienced vomiting before her mother rushed her to the hospital, where medical staff confirmed the cause.
This frightening incident highlights the hidden risks of sugary beverages for young children, prompting experts to issue urgent safety warnings for parents and caregivers.
