Is this product "raw" (meaning processed at temperatures below 115&Acirc;&deg;F)? Sun-dried is considered "raw." Thank you
1321485
A good question without a real answer from me or from the packaging. I would however suggest the logical answer and based what I have seen in Mexico. I would speculate that flowers are dried in the sun as Hibiscus grow in warm climates (China & Egypt) where daytime temperatures are normally high and humidity is low most of the time (little rainfall). Hibiscus flowers have very thin pedals and would dry quickly. In Mexico, many of the dried peppers are "meaty and thick" and contain much more moisture and a thick skin, not found on any flower. Peppers are dried in the sun as there is ample amounts and it is free (no associated energy costs). There are is also lots of "empty space" to dry peppers and flowers. Given that whole flowers are sold in Mexican markets, only having been pulled from their green base, and sold in bulk or bags for modest amounts, as an economical cooling beverage. I also live in So Calif where it is hot and dry. Hibiscus bushes love hot weather and have been in flower all summer even when it is 100 F. I have noticed that while they have a short flower period, when they do fall off the plant, they are dried up almost completely the following day. Hope this helps. If so, let me know. If you have any other question, please ask.
773834
A refined butter is treated to remove more "impurities".The title of this product claims "raw" but I do not believe that is really the case for the extremely grainy product I received.
2230781
You are correct. The label does not say "raw". I have assumed because it is unfiltered and uncooked that it is raw. Sorry I cannot be more helpful.
1999468
Not raw...in fact they seem like stewed prunes to me. Not dry like dried prunes, but very wet and slimy...not my choice, but my Mom loves these.
2052520
I really dont know....I don't think so in the dehydrated. They are about as natural as it gets..We use the dried product quite often and really enjoy the taste and the texture of the vegies and the meats and fruit as well!
889377
I am not the seller..... I am a buyer who reviewed the product. However, having had the product, I can tell you that these are NOT stale. They are RAW. Raw meaning not cooked. Not cooked meaning soft. The nuts you buy at a grocery store are roasted, which makes them crispier, harder, whatever word you'd like to use. These are RAW, as described in the product name and description. But again, this is just a review, I am not the seller.
2126687
No, they were raw. Very hight quality. You can roast them or use them in stir fries etc. About 30% less than grocery brands and much higher quality
811868
Seems to be raw to me. Its in hard chunks. Its not smooth and creamy. I made exfoliant bars with it and it worked really well
658713
I have the chocolate coconut ones. Does not say raw. Says organic cocoa processed with alkali
2130623
Mine are perfectly dried -- not completely dessicated and stale like the ones you can find in the local stores. Dry but still pliable, which is exactly how they're supposed to be. And they are quite spicy, which is what I wanted. I ordered mine from Swang-Anong, so perhaps the seller is the difference.
2230780
It doesn't say "raw", but if it is uncooked it must be raw, wouldn't you say? USA Product, and tastes really good.
846388
I am not positive, but if the package or jar says "raw" I assume it is unpasteurized. An article I once read said that California's law demands that all nuts grown in the state are pasteurized, even organic. Apparently, this process reduces some nutrients. If you ever contact Woodstock and ask the company your question directly, we purists would like to know the answer you receive! Thank you!
1420572
I have not seen a separate label that you're referring to. It definitely says raw, unpasteurized, etc. on the jar label. The fact that it's pretty solid tells me that it has not been processed. That's all I can tell you. :-)
117960
I read everything on the label & it doesn't say if it is heat treated. Sorry, wish I could of helped you more. It is 100% all natural. It tastes great though! 18 grams of protein in one scoop. Munchkin
824346
No, not at all. It is a veggie capsule, and raw means that it is pure from the fruit. I hope this helps...
872985
I hope not. Wouldn't that make it not raw or natural?? Sorry that I cannot answer this better. Did you write the seller?
1001587
The label doesn't say whether or not it is "unrefined". It just says "white raw". I assumed that raw by definition was unrefined. I've used it in creams, lotions and cold process soaps. I'm very happy with it.