Navigating Mediterranean Menus with OAS: Your Raw Fruits Safety Guide

Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) can turn dining out into a guessing game, especially when faced with Mediterranean cuisine's vibrant fresh fruits. This guide explores OAS-safe raw fruit options commonly found in Mediterranean regions and how technology simplifies safe choices.

Understanding OAS and Mediterranean Fruits

OAS causes reactions to raw fruits due to pollen cross-reactivity. While Mediterranean diets feature abundant fresh produce, many fruits like peaches, cherries, and melons may trigger symptoms. However, some gems exist:

• Grapes: Rarely cross-reactive and widely used in dishes and desserts
• Figs: Low-pollen similarity makes them frequently tolerable (peel cautiously)
• Pomegranates: Evade common birch/apple pollen triggers
• Citrus fruits: Oranges, lemons, and limes are typically OAS-safe
• Cactus fruit (Prickly Pear): Unique Mediterranean specialty with low allergenicity

Individual responses vary—always consult your allergist before trying new foods.

How mm food App Safeguards Your Experience

Stop dreading foreign menus! Set your OAS triggers in the app:

1. Select your fruit allergens from pre-loaded OAS options
2. Scan or upload any Mediterranean menu
3. Instantly view translated dishes with OAS-safe icons
4. Custom-filter breakfast bowls, desserts, salads by your restrictions

Our AI detects hidden raw fruit ingredients in dishes like Tabbouleh (parsley triggers) or stuffed vine leaves, flagging risks before ordering.

Pro Tips for Stress-Free Dining

• Double-check dressings: Some contain problematic puréed fruits
• Ask for modifications: Request grilled figs instead of raw
• Use mm food’s alert cards: Show kitchen staff allergy warnings in their language

Reclaim Mediterranean dining with confidence—let fresh grapes, citrus, and pomegranates delight your palate safely!