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Hey everyone, hoping for some advice. I bought a bottle of sea moss gummies about a month ago and they were fine at first - soft, chewy, and a nice light green color. But I opened the bottle today and noticed they've turned a darker, almost brownish color, and they're really hard now. Some are even sticking together in clumps. I keep them in my kitchen cabinet, not in direct sunlight or anything. Has anyone else experienced this? Are they still safe to take, or should I toss them?

Hey OP! I've had this happen with my sea moss gummies too when I was traveling in humid climates. The color change is probably oxidation - sea moss is natural and can darken over time, especially if there's any air in the bottle. The hardening and sticking is likely sugar bloom or moisture loss. I'd say they're probably still safe if they don't smell weird or have mold, but the texture might be unpleasant. I usually store mine with a silica gel packet to keep them dry!

Ugh, sugar bloom is the worst! This is why I advocate for sugar-free options whenever possible. Traditional gummies with sugar coatings can crystallize and get hard like you're describing. If they're sticking together, it might be temperature fluctuations causing the sugars to melt and re-harden. They're *probably* safe if they're within expiration, but honestly, I'd contact the manufacturer. And consider switching to sugar-free next time - fewer texture issues in my experience!

Oh dear, I wouldn't risk it. My grandchildren take similar supplements and I always check for changes like this. When gummies change color and get hard, it could mean they've been exposed to moisture or heat, which might affect the potency or even allow bacteria growth. Please don't eat them! It's better to be safe than sorry, especially with supplements. Maybe check the expiration date and contact the company for a replacement?