9 things to keep in mind when eating banh chung (Vietnamese sticky rice cake) during Tet to avoid bringing misfortune upon yourself.
(Baonghean.vn) - Banh chung (Vietnamese sticky rice cake) is a traditional Vietnamese dish eaten during Tet (Lunar New Year), however, this dish is not suitable for everyone and many people eat it incorrectly, leading to undesirable consequences. Below are 9 things to keep in mind when eating banh chung during Tet to avoid bringing harm to yourself.
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| Overweight people should only eat a small amount of banh chung (Vietnamese sticky rice cake) because this type of cake is very high in calories and starch. In particular, if you are already obese, you should not eat banh chung, especially fried banh chung, because fried banh chung is high in fat and can cause weight gain. |
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| All the ingredients in banh chung (Vietnamese sticky rice cake) can negatively affect cardiovascular health and cause lipid disorders. However, you can eat it in moderation and spaced out between meals to ensure it tastes good without causing adverse effects. |
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| Sticky rice cakes (Bánh chưng) are high in calories and fat, and their starch content contributes to increased gastric acidity, which can significantly affect people with high blood pressure. People with high blood pressure should eat sticky rice cakes in moderation. |
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| Eating sticky rice cakes (bánh chưng) or sticky rice dishes in general increases body temperature and can easily cause irritability in some people with a hot constitution. People with kidney problems or acne should also avoid eating too many sticky rice cakes. |
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| Banh chung (Vietnamese sticky rice cake) is a high-energy dish, containing all the necessary components: sugar, protein, fat, etc. Therefore, people with diabetes should not eat too much banh chung as it can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. |
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| Sticky rice and mung beans in banh chung (Vietnamese rice cake) are actually not good for people with stomach problems because these two ingredients produce gas, causing bloating, discomfort, heartburn, and indigestion. |
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| Fried sticky rice cakes (Bánh chưng rán) add extra fat to your diet. Eating too many fried sticky rice cakes can cause bloating, indigestion, and other digestive problems. Therefore, you should eat this dish in moderation. |
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| Many families have a habit of making large quantities of banh chung (traditional Vietnamese rice cakes) to eat over several days during Tet, which can easily lead to mold and fermentation due to improper storage. According to experts, moldy foods should not be eaten because they produce Aflatoxin toxins. |
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| Banh chung (Vietnamese sticky rice cake) is high in energy, containing plenty of carbohydrates from sticky rice, fat from pork fat, and protein from mung beans, but it lacks fiber and essential vitamins and minerals. Therefore, it's best to eat it with green vegetables and fresh fruit to ensure adequate nutrition. |
