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Not only a characteristic dish for 'exterminating pests' on Đoan Ngọ Tet every year on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, this Đoan Ngọ Tet rice wine is also delicious and has many health benefits. However, due to its heat-inducing nature, some people cannot eat this dish.
Many should refrain from eating rice wine to exterminate pests on Đoan Ngọ Tet
1. Is Rice Wine Good to Eat, and What Are Its Health Effects?
Rice wine is a dish made from sticky or glutinous rice with the husk removed, while the bran and germ layers are retained due to their nutritional value, including minerals, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamin B, etc.
Therefore, consuming rice wine not only serves as a means of 'exterminating pests' but also helps prevent and combat various diseases such as:
- Preventing iron deficiency
Rice contains high levels of iron, so when we consume sticky rice daily, we can supplement iron, thereby preventing iron deficiency. Moreover, pregnant women, who need to supplement iron to limit complications for both mother and child, should consume rice wine at least twice a week.
- Stimulates Digestion
Rice wine serves as both food and beverage, incorporating water and rice, imparting a delightful aroma that appeals to people of all ages. Not only does it nourish the body, but it also effectively stimulates digestion.
Individuals experiencing loss of appetite or poor digestion should consume rice wine, about 50 - 60ml per serving, twice daily. Furthermore, rice wine helps lower bad cholesterol levels, aiding weight loss efforts.
- Good for Heart Health
According to research, rice wine yeast contains active compounds like ergosterol and lovastatin, which are beneficial for heart and blood vessels. These compounds can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, aid in the efficient regeneration of blood vessels in patients undergoing cerebral vascular surgery, and do not alter blood pressure, thus minimizing side effects.
2. Who Should Avoid Eating Rice Wine on Doan Ngo Tet?
When is the best time to eat rice wine? Delicious dishes for Doan Ngo Tet
According to belief, rice wine is warm in nature, and the 5th day of the 5th lunar month is extremely yang - a day when pests proliferate. Therefore, people often consume rice wine to eradicate any parasites residing in their bodies. However, some individuals should avoid this dish, especially those with a hot constitution, as rice wine possesses warm properties and a sweet taste.
Symptoms of individuals with a hot constitution include frequent acne outbreaks, itching, yellow skin, dry and cracked lips, flushed complexion, and a red tongue without coating or with yellow coating.
Consumption of rice wine by these individuals will increase body heat, leading to allergies, acne outbreaks, and even rashes or bleeding. Adolescents experiencing puberty often develop acne after consuming rice wine.
For individuals with a hot constitution, instead of consuming hot foods, it is advisable to opt for and supplement cooling foods to gradually alleviate acne symptoms. This includes boiled, steamed winter melon, bitter melon soup, pennywort, along with citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, and dragon fruit. Additionally, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, and avoiding late nights are essential to ensure good health and immunity.
3. Essential Dishes for Doan Ngo Tet Festival
According to tradition, the 5th day of the 5th lunar month is a day for consuming fruits, rice wine to 'ward off insects and worms.' If you opt out of rice wine, you can substitute with other dishes like rice cakes, duck meat, early-season fruits such as lychee, longan, watermelon...
Here, Mytour shares recommendations for those who should avoid consuming rice wine during Doan Ngo Tet Festival. If you suffer from any of the mentioned illnesses, it's best to steer clear of this 'warding off insects and worms' dish. Moreover, it's essential to prepare Doan Ngo Festival incantations and make offerings to ensure a prosperous and auspicious 5th day of the 5th lunar month.
