Navigating Peru's Fruit Paradise Safely with Oral Allergy Syndrome

Traveling to Peru introduces you to an exotic world of fruits like lucuma, cherimoya, and passion fruit. But for those with Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS), these delights can trigger itching, swelling, or throat irritation due to pollen cross-reactivity. Many Peruvian fruits share proteins with common pollens – birch-sensitive individuals may react to lucuma, while those allergic to grasses might struggle with maracuya (passion fruit). Tropical fruits like granadilla and tumbo also pose risks.

Your mm food app transforms this challenge into confidence:

1. Instant Menu Translation Scan Peru's Spanish menus to see dish names and ingredients in your native language, eliminating confusion about hidden fruits.
2. AI-Powered OAS Safeguard Input your pollen allergies (birch, ragweed, etc.) or custom triggers. Our AI cross-references menu items against known OAS fruit connections, highlighting unsafe options like cherimoya (birch link) or banana (latex link).
3. Safe Alternatives Suggested Get personalized recommendations – such as papaya or cooked fruits (heat breaks down allergens) – from street markets to fine dining.

Pro Tips for OAS Safety in Peru

• Carry antihistamines and an epinephrine auto-injector if prescribed
• Ask "¿Contiene fruta fresca?" (Does this contain fresh fruit?)
• Avoid raw fruit garnishes; opt for cooked preparations (juices, jams)

With mm food, Peru's vibrant flavors become accessible. Explore without fear – your culinary adventure awaits.