Carnivore Diet Survival Guide: Navigating Japanese Convenience Stores

Sticking to a strict carnivore diet in Japan? Convenience stores (konbini) like 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, and Lawson can be lifesavers—if you know what to look for. While Japanese konbini offer incredible variety, hidden sugars, soy, and plant-based additives lurk everywhere. Here’s how to find carnivore-safe meals without guesswork.

The Carnivore Challenge in Konbini

Japanese convenience store food often relies on marinades, sauces, and processed ingredients. Common pitfalls include:

• Soy sauce & mirin: Sugar-laden staples in meats and eggs
• Starch binders: In sausages, nuggets, and processed meats
• Vegetable oils: Used for frying and dressings

How mm food App Solves This

1. Menu Translation: Scan any package or menu to translate ingredient lists instantly.
2. AI-Powered Filtering: Set "carnivore diet" in the app to auto-flag items containing non-animal ingredients.
3. Safety Alerts: Get notified about hidden sugars in yakitori sauce or soy in boiled eggs.

Carnivore-Friendly Konbini Finds (Double-Check With App!)

• Grilled Meats: Plain yakitori (skip tare sauce), chicken nanban (unbreaded)
• Eggs: Boiled eggs or tamagoyaki without added sweetness
• Prepacked Proteins: Salmon flakes (sake shio), salt-flavored pork belly
• Dairy: Plain cream cheese or cheese sticks (check for starches)

Pro Tips

• Prioritize "shio" (salt) or "sio" (塩) flavored items over "tare" or "teriyaki".
• Avoid bento boxes—most include rice or pickled veggies.
• Scan barcodes with mm food to verify even "plain" items like sausage rolls.

Stay Safe, Stay Satisfied

With mm food, transform overwhelming konbini shelves into a carnivore oasis. Focus on pure animal proteins while traveling—no more ingredient detective work!