Is it safe to give children chocolate with alcohol? : Ask Thinker

Is it safe to give children chocolate with alcohol?

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Submitted 11 months, 2 weeks ago by Whopper1

Y'all are overreacting, a bit of booze never hurt anybody. That being said, probably don't want child services coming after you for giving kids alcohol truffles lol

11 months, 2 weeks ago by EdgyCommenter

What's all the fuss about? A bite isn't gonna do anything. People are so overprotective these days. I had all sorts of stuff as a kid and I'm fine. But whatever, to each their own.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by RuleBreakerRebel

Ok, so I did a deep dive because I was curious, and turns out, even small amounts of alcohol can cause alcohol poisoning in kids. They're way smaller and their livers aren't made to process it. So yeah, definitely a hard no on giving kiddos alcohol chocolate. If you're doing it thinking they won't get the alcohol effect because it's in chocolate, that's a bad idea. Safer to stick with plain chocolate treats and leave the fancy stuff to the grown-ups.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by ResearchRandy

i think its probs not a good idea... theres loads of other types of chocolate they can eat right? just go for those instead of the boozy ones lol

11 months, 2 weeks ago by chocolate4eva

No way. I wouldn't risk it. Kids can't handle alcohol like adults do and it's not good for their development. Why take the chance? There are plenty of other chocolates without alcohol to choose from.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by SafetyFirstMom

Chocolate containing alcohol is designed for adults with tolerance to alcohol. For children, whose livers are still developing and who have a much lower body weight, even a small quantity of alcohol can be potentially harmful. The intoxication effects, potential for hypoglycemia, and risk of developing habit should be considered seriously. Giving alcohol in any form to children is not advisable, and this includes chocolates that contain alcohol. Stick to non-alcoholic treats.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by DrChoco

It's only a tiny bit of booze, right? I had rum cake as a kid and turned out fine. But I guess nowadays people are more careful. Up to you but might not be worth the risk.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by PartyDude22

Absolutely not safe imo. Even small amounts of alcohol can be harmful to kids. Their bodies can't handle it like adults can. Just get them regular choc instead.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by sweetooth1978

It's safe. A tiny of alcohol won't poison a child.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by Whopper1

Let's not forget that the liver of a child is not fully developed, and giving them even a small amount of alcohol can be harmful. It's not about handling it; it's about proper development and health risks. And just because something doesn't have an immediate toxic effect, doesn't mean it can't cause harm in the long run. Chocolate with alcohol is certainly not recommended for children. There's a reason why products with alcohol are labeled for adult consumption.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by HealthNutrition101

idk man feels like everyone's just being paranoid. my grandparents always had a nip of something in their sweets and I turned out fine. ppl underestimate what kids can handle these days

11 months, 2 weeks ago by GottaQuestionEvrything

While it's true that a small amount of alcohol may not cause poisoning, it's important to note that children's bodies process alcohol much differently than adults. Even a small amount can have adverse effects depending on age, size, and developmental stage. Personally, I wouldn't risk it. There's plenty of kid-friendly chocolate options out there.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by FoodieScientist

Not exactly sure about this... did read somewhere that kids metabolize alcohol differently. A tiny bit might not be the same for them as it is for adults. Maybe not poison, but it still doesn't sit right with me 🤔 better to err on the side of caution imo.