Navigating Caribbean Cuisine Safely with G6PD Deficiency

Traveling to the Caribbean with G6PD deficiency? While island flavors promise culinary adventure, hidden ingredients like fava beans (common in stews), certain legumes, or synthetic food dyes could trigger hemolytic anemia. Caribbean menus often feature complex dishes rich in herbs, legumes, and sauces where risks lurk—especially in staples like rice and peas or jerk marinades. This makes dining out daunting, especially with language barriers amplifying confusion.

mm food transforms this experience. Our app’s AI instantly translates menus into your language and scans each dish against your G6PD restrictions. Like a dietary guardian, it flags unsafe items—whether it’s callaloo made with taro leaves, drinks containing quinine (tonic water), or sweets with artificial colors. Real-time alerts empower you to avoid triggers without endless kitchen interrogations.

Pro tips for worry-free island dining:

• Always verify sauce ingredients (e.g., sofrito may contain broad beans)
• Avoid sorrel drinks if hibiscus-sensitive
• Scan even ‘safe’ dishes like grilled fish—cross-contamination matters!

With mm food, savor jerk chicken, fresh seafood, and tropical fruits confidently. Download today—turn dining anxiety into Caribbean joy.