A user shares a frustrating experience of leaving a 3 lb. bag of gummy bears in a hot car, resulting in the candy melting into a liquid blob. This incident serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of leaving food items in high temperatures. Other participants empathize with the loss and expand on the topic by mentioning similar items that should not be left in a hot car, such as bottled juice and scented candles. Suggestions for salvaging the melted gummy bears include pouring them into a pan and using a cookie cutter. The discussion humorously reflects on the broader implications of heat on various items, including a mention of a MythBusters episode where cookie dough exploded in a hot car. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of being mindful of heat exposure to prevent such mishaps.