These edible straws are innovations for society and the environment. They are made with 100% natural ingredients such as rice, corn, cassava and konjac. They are good for hot and cold beverages, lasting 3-5 minutes in hot water and 12 hours for the cold water before gradually weakening and degrading in 30 days. They are strong enough to be poked and good for sucking liquid well like other types of tubes and can also be eaten immediately after use.