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Which season can't eels be eaten?

Monopterus albus is a common food in southern China, but there are also some places that need attention, including not eating it in some seasons. Specifically, Monopterus albus is inedible in summer and winter. Due to the high temperature in summer, the number of bacteria and parasites in Monopterus albus will increase greatly, which is easy to cause health problems such as food poisoning. Therefore, it is not suitable to eat eel in summer. In winter, Monopterus albus will go into hibernation, its nutrients will be greatly reduced, and its taste will be worse. Therefore, winter is not the best feeding season for Monopterus albus. The best eating season of Monopterus albus is generally in spring and autumn. Monopterus albus enters the breeding period in spring, with fresh and tender meat, rich nutrition and the best taste. Autumn is one of the best eating seasons for Monopterus albus, because the temperature is suitable and the nutrients of Monopterus albus are rich. In a word, Monopterus albus is a kind of nutritious food, but it should be noted that it cannot be eaten in Xia Dong in two seasons, and the best eating season is spring and autumn. In order to ensure our health and safety, we should choose the right season when eating Monopterus albus.