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[lauraschram]

The main problem with the hot water method is that you are producing an optimum temperature for bacteria growth for a period o time which starts the bugs up then often putting them into another warm environment where the bugs can keep growing. not really a prob if eaten immediately but if left overnight? I always feed mine fresh so i don't really pick sides but its an interesting debate. If i ever do it id probably defrost in the fridge overnight, the coolness retards bacteria growth, then sit at room temp for a little bit before feeding immediately. for those who like the extra hydration of using water maybe just dunk em before feeding or inject water into preys tummy?
Anyhow its a fun debate