Can tangyuan (glutinous rice balls) be eaten after expiring for a year?
Mar 28, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Lei
Introduction
Tangyuan (glutinous rice balls) that have expired for one year are generally not safe to eat. After being expired for a year, the nutrients in tangyuan may degrade, and bacteria or fungi may multiply, producing toxic substances. Consuming them not only fails to provide necessary nutrition but may also cause gastrointestinal discomfort symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea. In severe cases, it could lead to food poisoning.
Glutinous rice balls (tangyuan) that are one year past their expiration date are generally not safe to eat and may cause adverse reactions in the body. The detailed explanation is as follows:
Glutinous rice balls are made from glutinous rice and contain carbohydrates, starch, protein, and other nutrients. When consumed in moderation, they can provide nutritional benefits to the body. However, if consumed one year after expiration, the nutritional value of the tangyuan will have significantly degraded. Moreover, bacteria and fungi may have proliferated, producing toxic substances. Eating such spoiled food not only fails to supply necessary nutrition but may also lead to gastrointestinal discomfort symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea. In severe cases, it could result in food poisoning.
After purchasing, glutinous rice balls should be consumed within their shelf life. Additionally, avoid eating excessive amounts at once, as this may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and lead to indigestion.
