Navigating European Menus with PKU: Your Restaurant Survival Guide

Traveling through Europe with phenylketonuria (PKU) can feel daunting. Between language barriers and hidden ingredients, dining out safely requires meticulous planning. But with the mm food app, you’ll discover how to savor Europe's culinary scene without compromising your health.

The PKU Dining Challenge in Europe

Europe offers diverse cuisines, many rich in proteins and hidden phenylalanine sources like whey, soy, or meat broths. Language differences make reading menus and communicating dietary needs difficult, even in vegetarian or "healthy" spots. Common pitfalls:

• Sauces thickened with flour or protein powders
• "Protein-rich" superfoods (quinoa, nuts) in salads
• Unclear labeling on broths and soups

How mm food App Becomes Your PKU Ally

1. Instant Menu Translation

Snap a photo of any menu—whether in Parisian French, Berlin German, or Neapolitan Italian—and mm food translates it instantly to your native language. No more guessing what "lardons" or "ricotta salata" contain.

2. AI-Powered PKU Safety Check

Enter your custom dietary restrictions (e.g., "<6g protein per serving, avoid aspartame/phenylalanine") or select pre-set filters like "Low-Phe." Our AI scans menu items, cross-references ingredients, and highlights safe choices or warns about risky dishes:

• Flags hidden dangers: broths, dressings, marinades
• Suggests modifications ("Ask for salad without feta")
• Identifies naturally PKU-friendly staples like fruit sorbets or steamed vegetables

3. Pro Tips for PKU Dining in Europe

Complement app use with these strategies:

• Research Ahead: Search "PKU-friendly restaurants in [city]" using mm food’s location filter.
• Speak Clearly: Show servers your app’s PKU alert in their language (we auto-generate chef-ready dietary cards).
• Focus on Sides: Safe bets like steamed veggies, plain rice, or fresh fruit often populate side dishes.
• Pack Backup: Use the app to locate nearby grocery stores stocking medical foods or low-protein staples.

Success Stories

Marie, Lisbon: "mm food’s translation revealed 'caldo verde' soup had meat stock—avoided a reaction. Found amazing grilled fish with herbs!"

Don't let PKU pause your European adventure. Download mm food to dine confidently, explore authentically, and put safety on your menu.