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Dear Rabbi Simon
My friend is sick in hospital. B”H two days ago the feeding tube was taken from his nose. He is now drinking and eating small amounts frequently. Because it is demanding, I forget to instruct him to recite the blessing. Does he need to bless every time?
Thanks
Rafi

Dear Raphi
Thank you for your question.
If he recites a berakhah when he first has something to eat (or drink), he need not repeat it if he eats again within 72 minutes. With some qualifications, this rule is applicable to normal, everyday eating as well.
Best wishes for a year of blessings in 5785!
Rabbi Rashi Simon

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In line with other American authorities, I am in favour of quinoa. Although I reject completely the voices (mostly from Israel) seeking to abolish the ban on kitniyot entirely, IMO we do not need to include in the prohibition pseudo-grains that were unknown in the Old World until modern times. Best to buy with a Pesach hechsher though, to be free of any possible wheat contamination.
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