Navigating a SIBO-Safe Filipino Lechon Feast: Your Survival Guide

Enjoying Filipino celebrations with SIBO doesn’t mean missing out on lechon feasts! While traditional dishes often feature high-FODMAP ingredients like garlic, onion, and sugary marinades, our guide—powered by mm food's AI dietary scanner—helps you savor the festivities without triggering symptoms.

Understanding SIBO Pitfalls in Filipino Cuisine
Lechon feasts center around roasted pork but include risky sides: sauces heavy in garlic/onion (like lechon sauce), marinated meats, noodle dishes (pancit) with wheat and veggies, and sugary desserts. For SIBO management, avoid these common triggers:

• Garlic/onion-based marinades and dips
• Soy sauce and wheat-containing noodles/wrappers
• Sugar-laden glazes or sauces
• High-FODMAP veggies (mushrooms, cauliflower)
• Creamy desserts (like leche flan)

SIBO-Safe Modifications for Key Dishes
Lechon Itself:
Opt for inner meat portions (less seasoning) without crispy skin if sugar-glazed. Skip liver-based sauces—ask for plain vinegar with salt instead.

Side Dishes:

• If served, plain steamed rice (white or jasmine) is safe.
• Grilled seafood or chicken without marinade.
• Sautéed green beans, bok choy, or eggplant with garlic-free oil.

Pro Tips:

1. Pre-scan the menu using mm food app to identify FODMAP-friendly options.
2. Request unmarinated meats and sauces on the side.
3. Focus on simple grilled/steamed proteins and low-FODMAP veggies (zucchini, carrots).
4. Avoid pickled items (achara) and coconut-based dishes potential triggers.

How mm food App Makes It Effortless
Upload the menu or take a photo—our AI instantly translates it and flags dishes compatible with your SIBO restrictions. It cross-references ingredients against FODMAP databases, suggesting safe choices like:

• Sinigang (tamarind soup with lean pork/fish – request no onions)
• Grilled inihaw platters without marinade
• Fresh pineapple slices (in small portions)

Celebrate worry-free! With mm food, you'll confidently navigate lechon feasts while honoring your gut health.