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August 08, 2022
In this article, learn more about Hands. Sake - a rice tradition from Japan.
Sake is a Japanese national low-alcohol beverage made by fermenting rice. Its taste may have hints of sherry, apples, grapes, bananas, spices ... The color is usually transparent, but it can also be with shades of amber, yellow, green or lemon.
The history of the Japanese alcoholic product dates back two thousand years. The first recipe was borrowed from the Chinese, who began brewing rice beer in the 8th century BC.
In order to obtain a good drink with the necessary taste and quality, rice, water, molds and yeast are carefully selected. Special rice for sake is used.
Rice liquid contains amino acids, which are 7 times more than those in red wine . They have a positive effect on the immune system, as they strengthen it and prevent the development of malignant tumors.
In moderation, taking sake is good for the body. Studies by Japanese scientists have found that fluid intake stabilizes blood pressure, improves memory. Consumption of alcohol from rice increases the level of "good" cholesterol in the blood, stimulates blood circulation, acts as a prophylaxis of heart function, preventing the development of angina and the risk of heart attack. In addition, the drink is characterized by disinfectant and antiseptic properties. By applying a compress with sake on a scratch, bruised or blue area of the body, the subcutaneous bleeding will disappear much faster.
The liquid works well on the skin and can be used as a rubbing lotion, which helps to eliminate acne more quickly, cleanses the skin and shrinks enlarged pores.
A bath with sake (200 milliliters of the drink is poured into the water) helps with insomnia and chronic fatigue, because the muscles relax, the nervous system calms down, the body warms up.
In cooking, sake is used to eliminate various odors on dishes, it is also used to prepare a variety of cocktails.
The alcohol contained in the Japanese drink has an adverse effect on the liver cells if excessive amounts are taken for a long time. As a result, cirrhosis can develop.
Rice liquid is not recommended for consumption by pregnant and lactating women, by people taking drugs incompatible with alcohol, and also by persons under 18 years of age :