Tag: Glycerol ingestion

According to the FDA, food-grade glycerin is "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS) for human consumption in small, controlled quantities. However, reports have recently highlighted that ingesting excessive amounts of glycerin, especially from certain products, can cause significant health issues, particularly for young children.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), food-grade glycerol is classified as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for human consumption in appropriate amounts. So, can glycerol be ingested? Yes, but with important considerations regarding purity, dosage, and specific populations like children.