Does anyone feel they need washing before eating? I tried putting some in a glass with water, and the water turned reddish but didn't seem dirty.
2050037
i never even considered a need for "washing", I guess because I automatically (not sure if correctly) trust dried fruit. i do rehydrate them for many hours in water, then dump the water, before use. If you are concerned, you might just dump the first water and do it again. I have never seen anything resembling dirt.
2050038
I never felt the need...just pop them in whatever I'm cooking. The red is the remnants of juice and some solids from the shredding process that release as they are being reconstituted.
2050039
I have also tried washing them and would consider the tint in the water to be a natural result of hydrating the dried berries. I finally just assumed the berries were pre-washed because there were no twigs, leaves, or other litter in them. Anyway, since I bake with them (they make a chewy substitute for raisins), I assume the heat would take care of any contamination problem. In other words, I think they've been washed.
2050040
They seem to be clean. Honestly, it did not occur to me to wash them because of their appearance but I did use them primarily for baking. I'll try them in water for a change of pace so thank you for that tip!
2050041
No! I eat them right out of the bag. Mainly I cook them in my morning oatmeal. The red color in water after soaking the dried cranberries is from the reconstitution of the berries.
2033085
I haven't heard of this. I know that when It is used it is recommended that you wash your hands so you don't get it in your eyes or mouth. I would have to look into it more before doing this. Maybe contact the company.
484473
How are you getting a "burnt taste" ? I swallow them with other pills with water and notice to taste other than that of the water.
1272420
I am sorry to hear this Jacquelyn H. I have only hand washed my "Morning Mug." I didn't want to chance the heat from a Dishwashing unit to damage the mug. I would see about getting a "Refund" for the mug, Especially if it said it was dishwasher safe. I hope things work out for you on this matter.
970460
The dish cloth that I used last night was still damp this morning. This is not a concern for me as I use a clean one each day, but if you use the same dish cloth for a couple of days, I can understand a concern for bacteria growth. I often include these dish cloths as gifts and everyone loves them.
1255161
I may have already responded. No!!! Do not put them in the dishwasher. Hope u get this in time.
1932401
I quit using them when I put them in the dishwasher and I could not get them clean even after running them through the second time. I don't have time to hand wash them right after each feeding so I didn't want to chance the mold thing or anything else with them not being clean and through them out.
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Grace L. I just put it in the microwave for 5-6 min. and I packed that sucker down! LOL I dont use it anymore because she is older and now going through more bottles...I was doing it all the time...I just put them all in the dishwasher now.
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Just use a good quality liquid dish soap, (some are a lot better than others) and good"Hot" water to rinse with. I haven't had any problem. Also, I don't empty and wash every time it gets low.Just add some more butter and smooth it. I'm alone, so, if have several people making a mess you have a different problem.
1260324
I wash it through a fine mesh strainer. I think it taste better if you wash it good before cooking.
1258596
It tastes, like, well...dirt. I never just "eat" it. I add it smoothies, hot cereal or if I'm in a hurry, just filtered drinking water. I mix one heaping teaspoon to my pick of the day and mix it in.
741132
Hi Beth, no do not wash this !!! have no idea what is in side !! best thing i can recommend is to stray/wash with as little water as possible . what did you spill on it ? coffee LOL.. think of it this way. it goes into the MICRO so 'almost self sterilizing' ; &gt; }
595805
I've put mine through the dishwasher every time so far and I've noticed no issues. I do find that a quick rinse as soon after consuming the yummy stuff inside makes for easy clean up without the smells or hard to clean corners others complain about.
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what I do is put some ina bowl withwater and microwave awhile till the water gets hot and then let them soak AND REHYDRATE. I USE THEM MOSTLY IN SOUPS FOR FLAVOR The dried shitake have more flavor than these...try making some mushroom barley soup.
1082131
We hand wash them because they don't fit well in the Dishwasher. We use them for water, so washing is not critical. We love them!!
2207525
I hand wash mine....our dishwasher water gets EXTEMELY HOT so I don't want to take any chances of it getting damaged. I really like the product and it really helps in eating healthier lunches!
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It has been awhile since i have used it, so this may not be accurate, but hot water may actually adversely affect the nutrients, so it may be best to dissolve it in only warm or cool water. It doesn't FEEL as satisfying that way, but it may be more beneficial though. The company could be consulted aboout that. https://cho-wa.com/