Navigating the Sea: Sushi Dining on a Low-Iodine Diet

Dining out with a low-iodine diet can feel daunting, especially at sushi restaurants where seafood and seaweed—both iodine-rich ingredients—are staples. But with careful planning and the mm food app, you can enjoy sushi safely and stress-free. Here’s how to navigate the menu like a pro.

Why Sushi Poses Challenges

Sushi’s core ingredients often conflict with low-iodine requirements:

• Seaweed (nori/kombu): Used in rolls and broths, packed with iodine.
• Seafood: Fish and shellfish absorb iodine from seawater.
• Sauces & Seasonings: Soy sauce often contains iodized salt, and condiments like spicy mayo may include egg yolks.

How mm food App Simplifies Your Experience

1. Translate Menus Instantly: Convert Japanese menus to your language to spot hidden risks.
2. AI-Powered Safety Check: Set "Low-Iodine Diet" in your profile. Our AI scans dishes for:
   • Seaweed, seafood, iodized salt, egg yolks
   • Broths (dashi) made from kombu
   • High-risk sauces like eel sauce or miso
3. Personalized Recommendations: Get real-time suggestions for safe modifications:
   • "Opt for sashimi instead of rolls to avoid nori."
   • "Request cucumber rolls with no seaweed."

Safer Sushi Choices the App Might Highlight

• Sashimi Platters: Fresh fish without rice or seaweed.
• Vegetable Maki: Cucumber or avocado rolls (confirm no seaweed wrap).
• Nigiri with Iodine-Free Fish: Salmon or tuna on vinegar rice (skip any sauce).
• Edamame: Boiled in non-iodized salt.

Pro Tips for Your Sushi Visit

• Double-Check with Staff: Use the app’s translation to ask: "Is dashi used?" or "Can you omit soy sauce?"
• Bring Substitutes: Carry your own iodine-free soy sauce.
• Avoid Landmines: Steer clear of miso soup, seaweed salads, and tempura (batter often has salt).

Empower Your Sushi Night

You don’t have to skip the sushi bar. With mm food, you’ll:

• Spot iodine hazards instantly.
• Discover safe alternatives.
• Dine with confidence.

Scan menus, customize your diet profile, and savor every bite—without the guesswork. Your thyroid will thank you!