Let's explore the health virtues of this reptile in this Year of the Snake


Snake alcohol is sold openly along the streets in countries like Vietnam. The preservation of the snake in rice wine apparently makes it possible for the drinker to gain the multiple virtues of the snake – seen as a panacea, or even an elixir for long life. — Photos: Wikimedia Commons

Today (Jan 29, 2025), a slithery reptile has hissed the dragon away and glided into the spotlight to welcome the Lunar New Year.

As per tradition, the Chinese ushered in the Year of the Wood Snake with lion dances, firecrackers, red clothes and ang pows to bring forth luck and prosperity.

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