In daily life, many candies, biscuits, nuts, etc., in order to extend the life of food and avoid moisture and mold, they will put desiccants, most of which are food-grade transparent granular desiccants.
Occasionally, some people swallow dates and accidentally eat the desiccant when eating. Or the children at home are curious to play with them and eat them as food. At this time, their mother may be anxious and their mother will be confused. Baby sent to the hospital.
What should we do if a child accidentally ingests food desiccant?
First open the outer packaging and check which kind of desiccant you are eating. If it is a transparent granular desiccant, please don’t worry too much. This is a food-grade non-toxic desiccant, if the amount is not very large. There is no need to go to the hospital. This desiccant cannot be absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. Drinking milk to protect the stomach and drinking more water will be excreted with the feces and is not toxic to the human body. If it is other desiccants, you need to consult a professional knowledge. If your child has special reactions such as dizziness, vomiting, etc., you need to see a doctor for observation.
Tips for life: Silica gel desiccant is usually used in food to prevent moisture and mildew. Nuts and snacks at home, dried kelp, dried fungus, dried mushrooms, etc. will become moldy and produce harmful mycins when stored for a long time. It is recommended to place them in a sealed environment Inside, adding a few packets of food desiccant can effectively prevent mildew!