Traveling with Ulcerative Colitis: A Guide to Safe Dining in Jordan

Traveling with ulcerative colitis (UC) can be daunting, especially when exploring Jordan's rich culinary landscape. Jordanian cuisine features vibrant spices, legumes, and dairy that may trigger UC flare-ups. This guide – paired with the mm food app – helps you dine confidently.

Jordanian Dishes & UC Considerations

• Popular Trigger Foods: Watch for ful medames (fava beans), spicy mansaf sauces, raw vegetables in mezze, and dairy-based jameed.
• Safety Tips: Opt for grilled meats like shish tawook, plain rice dishes, and peeled cucumbers. Request no sauces or dressings.
• Avoid: High-fiber dishes, unpasteurized dairy, and heavily spiced items like musakhan.

How mm food Simplifies Your Experience

1. Menu Translation: Scan any Arabic menu for instant English translations.
2. Personalized Filtering: Enter "ulcerative colitis" + custom triggers (e.g., legumes, dairy). AI flags safe dishes.
3. Proactive Ordering: Shows ingredient breakdowns so you can customize meals safely.

Top UC-Friendly Eateries in Jordan

• Amman: Seek grilled seafood at Fakhreldin (request olive oil instead of chili sauce)
• Petra: Try chicken maqluba without fried vegetables at local family kitchens
• Dead Sea: Enjoy plain grilled fish with steamed rice at resort restaurants

Pro Travel Tips

• Use mm food’s "Ask Chef" feature to relay dietary requests in Arabic
• Pack electrolyte tablets – Jordan’s heat demands hydration management
• Book accommodations with kitchenettes to prepare safe backup meals

With mm food, savor Jordan’s hospitality without compromising your health – turning culinary trepidation into cultural delight.