SIBO-Safe Savvy: Enjoying the Filipino Lechon Festival Without the Burn

The Lechon Festival is a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture, centered around the iconic crispy roast pig. For those with Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), navigating this feast involves avoiding triggers like garlic, onion, excess fat, and certain spices—common in Filipino marinades and sauces. But your dietary needs shouldn’t keep you from joining the festivities! Here’s how to celebrate safely:

🚫 Common SIBO Triggers in Lechon Dishes

Traditional Lechón often uses garlic-heavy marinades, while popular sides like Pancit (noodles with soy/wheat sauces) and sweet glazes can aggravate SIBO. Other risks include:

• Sauces: Vinegar dips with onions (sawsawan) or soy-based marinades
• Sides: Fried lumpia (wheat wrappers), sugary desserts
• Marinades: Garlic/onion-infused oils in meats

✨ How MM Food Makes Lechon Festivals SIBO-Friendly

Our app transforms festival dining from stressful to seamless:

1. Instant Menu Translation: Scan or upload a menu—MM Food translates dishes to your language, revealing hidden ingredients.
2. AI-Powered SIBO Filter: Set your custom triggers (e.g., "no garlic," "low FODMAP fats"). Our AI cross-checks each dish against your restrictions, flagging safe options like:
   • Plain roasted pork (request unmarinated portions)
   • Grilled seafood/fish without sauces
   • Steamed vegetables without onion/garlic
3. Modification Tips: Get phrase translations to ask chefs, e.g., "Can I have lechón without marinade? Sauce on the side?"

📱 Pro Tips for Festival Success

• Prep Ahead: Scan vendor menus via the app before arriving and save SIBO-safe dishes.
• Focus on Simplicity: Stick to grilled/roasted proteins and unseasoned veggies; avoid gravies and dips.
• Stay Empowered: Use MM Food’s ingredient alerts to double-check ambiguous dishes on-site.

Celebrate without compromise—savor the spirit of the Lechon Festival while keeping your gut happy. With MM Food, you’ll feast fearlessly, one SIBO-safe bite at a time! 🙌