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Hey everyone, I've been taking these Shilajit gummies for about a month now and just noticed something weird. I opened the bottle today and the gummies look darker than before - almost like they got a white-ish coating on some of them, and they're kinda hard and stuck together. They used to be soft and chewy. Has anyone else had this happen? Are they still safe to take or should I toss them?

OP, retired nurse here. What you're describing sounds like sugar bloom or moisture loss. The white coating is likely sugar crystallizing on the surface, and hardening usually means they've dried out. From a safety perspective, they're probably not harmful if they were stored properly (cool, dry place away from sunlight). However, if there's any mold or off smells, definitely discard them. The potency might be affected though - active ingredients can degrade with improper storage.

Weekend warrior checking in! I've had similar issues with some of my supplement gummies, especially during summer when it gets humid. They tend to stick together and get that weird texture. I usually still take them if they're not moldy, but the taste might be off. Maybe try storing them with one of those silica gel packets next time? Also, what brand are you using? Some are better than others about this.

Amateur chef here - this happens with all kinds of gummy candies too! The sugar bloom is totally normal with temperature changes. If they're just hard and stuck together but otherwise look/smell fine, they're probably safe. You could try putting a slice of bread in the container overnight - sometimes that helps soften them up by adding a little moisture back. But if they taste weird or have any discoloration beyond the white coating, I'd play it safe and get a new bottle.

Digital nomad who's had gummies go weird in all kinds of climates here! This happens a lot when I travel with supplements. The sticking together and hardening is usually from temperature fluctuations during shipping or storage. As long as they don't smell funky or have visible mold, they should be fine to consume. But like Nina said, the potency might not be what it should be. Might be worth reaching out to the manufacturer - sometimes they'll replace products that degrade like this.