Safe Flavors of Greece: Navigating Greek Menus with G6PD Deficiency

Exploring Greek tavernas is a culinary delight, from creamy tzatziki to grilled souvlaki. But for travelers with G6PD deficiency, hidden ingredients like fava beans—a staple in Greek cuisine—can pose serious health risks. With mm food’s revolutionary AI technology, you can savor authentic flavors without compromising safety.

Why G6PD-Friendly Dining Matters in Greece

G6PD deficiency requires strict avoidance of oxidative triggers. Greek dishes often feature high-risk foods, including:

• Fava beans (in dips, stews, or as sides)
• Broad beans hidden in mixed legume dishes
• Sulfite-rich ingredients like dried fruits in desserts

Without careful scrutiny, a seemingly safe moussaka or stew could trigger hemolytic anemia.

How MM Food App Protects You in Tavernas

1️⃣ Smart Menu Translation:

• Snap a photo of any Greek menu to instantly translate it to your language.
• AI highlights ingredients like "κουκιά" (fava beans) or "φασόλια" (beans) so potential triggers stand out.

2️⃣ Personalized Dish Safety Checks:

• Select “G6PD Deficiency” in your dietary profile. Our AI cross-references local dish names with trigger ingredients.
• Get instant alerts: 🟢 Safe (try grilled octopus or lamb kleftiko), 🟡 Caution (check spanakorizo for legumes), 🔴 Avoid (fava dip).

Empowering Your Greek Dining Experience

• Travel Confidently: Scan menus at family-run tavernas to identify safe, traditional dishes like souvlaki (minus broad-bean sides!) or fresh seafood.
• Customize Alerts: Add personal triggers beyond beans—tonic water, certain nuts, or sulfites.
• Ask Informed Questions: Show translated warnings to staff using the app’s phrasebook feature when discussing preparation methods.

Tips for Stress-Free Taverna Visits

• Skip dips unless confirmed bean-free; fava masquerades as yellow split pea in many regions.
• Order simply grilled meats/fish with lemon and herbs instead of complex stews.
• Double-check dolmades (stuffed vines), which may contain lentils.

With mm food, embrace the spirit of Greek hospitality without fear. Scan wisely, eat safely, and let fakipligos (fava-free!) feasts create lifelong memories. Opa!