Biotin Gummies turned into rocks - safe to eat?
Hey everyone, I've had this bottle of biotin gummies for a few months and now they're all hard and sticking together like one big clump. Some have white spots on them. I'm a marathon runner and I take them for hair and nails. Are they still safe to eat? I don't want to waste them.
Oh honey, I wouldn't risk it. Those white spots are likely sugar bloom from moisture changes, and the hardness is probably recrystallization. While it might not be toxic, the quality is compromised. As a holistic healer, I always say listen to your body - if they look off, they're probably off. Better to buy a fresh batch!
Ugh, I feel your pain! With three kids under 5, I've seen my fair share of expired gummies. I'd say toss 'em. The texture change could mean the ingredients have degraded. Not worth the risk, especially since you're putting them in your body. Plus, if they're stuck together, you can't even tell the dose.
Actually, food science here. Gummies can get hard due to moisture loss and sugar crystallization. The white stuff is sugar bloom - safe, just cosmetic. But if they're super hard, they might be a choking hazard. I'd say check the expiration date and if it's not too far past, you could technically eat them. But personally? I'd get a new bottle. I track my supplements with my smart scale, and consistency matters for dosage.