Trolls slam Noel and Sue Radford for feeding their kids ‘fatty food’ in Florida
PARENTS of Britain’s largest family, the Radfords, have been criticised for feeding their children “fatty foods” during their fun holiday in Florida.
What’s a holiday without delicious food, whether it’s a refreshing ice cream or a sweet donut?
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The Radfords certainly didn’t miss out on this holiday aspect as they enjoyed the glorious sunshine in Florida, which seems to have become one of their favourite places.
Sue, mother of 22, is busy with Instagram to share fun snaps and videos from their luxury vacation in the Sunshine State, where they visited Disney World among other things.
But although the large group of children is having a great time, there is no criticism. For example, trolls wonder if the children should not be going to school.
The parents of 22 children are now also under fire after posting a clip on YouTube in which they devoured popular dishes from around the world.
After visiting the food hall, where they were spoilt for choice, the family picked their favourites, ranging from tanghulu (candied fruit) to delicious popcorn chicken.
While Tillie, 14, and Oscar enjoyed a corn dog, others enjoyed fries and a delicious chocolate cake purchased from a vending machine.
Meanwhile, sun-kissed Sue, 49, attempted to make a crispy crepe with creamy custard and berries, some of which was quickly gobbled up by the little ones.
Father Noel, 53, who was filming behind the scenes, also opted for a delicious crepe with ice cream and strawberries.
The wonderful day out was completed with sugary drinks, the viral Crumble Cookies and cotton candy which they got from another vending machine, the video revealed.
Although Noel and Sue kept their children’s tummies full with delicious food, they both came under fire from keyboard heroes who tried to harass them.
Many people seemed to have a problem with the food and its nutritional value, with one viewer writing: “A lot of money for junk.”
Another agreed, saying the meals were “fattening.”
Meanwhile, someone thought the sugar content was too high and wondered if the children had woken up yet.
How does the Radford family of 22 survive?
As Britain’s largest family, it’s no surprise that Sue and Noel Radford have hefty bills.
Together they have no less than 22 children and seven dogs, which makes some people wonder how they manage their money.
The Radfords support themselves with proceeds from Noel’s bakery, The Radford Pie Company, which is located near their home.
On their websiteit says: “Since 1999 we have had our own beautiful bakery, which allows us to provide for (and feed) our large and growing family, as well as the needs of the local people of Heysham and Morecambe.”
The family expanded their business to process online orders in the UK.
The business is a family affair, with Noel at the helm and a number of their children helping out.
The older children, who work at least part-time, do not travel for free, but have to pay a small amount of rent to their parents.
“We seniors do pay a little bit of board and lodging. Granted, it’s not much, but I’m also trying to save for my own house at the moment,” their daughter Chloe said in a video on the YouTube channel.
Sue added: “We’ve always said that if you want to buy somewhere, renting is a bit of dead money, so we’d rather you save that money and stay home for a bit longer.
“I also believe that they should pay board if they earn money. Our parents always raised us with the idea that we had to pay board.”
Noel and Sue are known for not relying on benefits to support their prolific brood, and for living off their pie shop.
They also indicated that they make money from brand partnerships on social media.
The Radford family stars in their own reality TV show 22 Kids and Counting, which has been running for four seasons.
Brand expert Andy Barr believes Noel and Sue were paid less than £10,000 per show.
He told the Daily Mail: “The average fee per episode will be in the thousands, rather than the tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands that people often think is the case with these types of TV shows.
“If they continue to request a fourth or fifth season, then they can ask for a higher fee.”
He estimates the Radfords earn £5,000 per episode.
“I bet the kids are jumping up the walls?”
Fortunately for the large group from Lancashire, the reactions were overwhelmingly positive.
One of them said, “I wish you were a Radford boy.”
”That mall you went to is so cute. The food looks delicious,” someone else said.
“Those cookies look delicious,” said another, who was craving the sweet treat.
