The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Ultra-Processed Foods When Dining Out

Navigating restaurant menus while avoiding ultra-processed foods? You're not alone. Ingredients like artificial additives, hydrolyzed proteins, and industrial seed oils hide in unexpected dishes, making conscious dining challenging. The mm food app transforms this experience by scanning menus for hidden ultra-processed ingredients while translating foreign-language menus—all in seconds.

Why Avoid Ultra-Processed Foods?

Studies link these factory-made foods (think sweetened cereals, processed meats, and sugary sauces) to inflammation, weight gain, and chronic diseases. Yet avoiding them at restaurants is tough when you can't decipher ingredient lists or ask busy kitchens detailed questions.

How mm food Makes It Simple:

1. Set Your Preferences: Select "Avoid Ultra-Processed Foods" in dietary settings, or create a custom restriction targeting emulsifiers, preservatives, or refined sugars.
2. Scan or Upload the Menu: Photograph any menu—even in another language. Our AI instantly translates it and highlights your safe options.
3. Get Clear Recommendations: See dish-by-dashbreakdowns explaining which items pass your criteria, like grilled fish with olive oil instead of battered options, or whole-grain salads over refined-carb starters.

Pro Tips for Ultra-Processed-Free Dining:

• Request sauces/dressings on the side
• Opt for steamed, grilled, or roasted dishes
• Avoid "crispy," "breaded," or "creamy" descriptors
• Prioritize whole-food ingredients (veggies, legumes, unprocessed meats)

With mm food, you turn restaurant anxiety into empowered choices. Dine globally, eat cleanly, and savor meals that align with your health goals.