"When you're packing up your treats for the journey, keep in mind that hard candy is a major choking hazard for and therefore one of the worst snacks to pack for a road trip. In 2023, over 5,000 people died from choking in the United States, according to Statista. Hard candy is identified as one of the most common choking hazards, especially in children and the elderly. In fact, the CDC recommends parents avoid giving hard candy to children altogether."
"The hazardousness of hard candy is further increased by the fact that it usually comes in a round shape and gets a smooth surface as you lick it, making it all too easy to slip into the back of the throat. Leaving it at home and out of your car will only reduce your risk of choking, giving you one less thing to worry about on your journey."
"Eating in a moving vehicle is generally a bad idea The internet is full of first-hand accounts reporting choking episodes in a car. Somebody's daughter choked on a lollipop they got at the doctor's office (yes, suckers count as hard candy), and a piece of butterscotch candy was the culprit for another person's niece. Thankfully, both children ended up being okay due to the swift reaction of the adults."
Hard candy poses a significant choking risk, particularly during road trips where vehicle motion increases the chance of swallowing a piece whole. In 2023, over 5,000 people died from choking in the United States. Children and the elderly face the highest risk, and the CDC advises against giving hard candy to children. Round shapes and smooth, licked surfaces make hard candies easy to slip into the back of the throat. Eating in a moving vehicle adds danger through jolts or sudden stops. Leaving hard candy at home reduces choking risk and simplifies safety on a journey.
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