I have 24 food allergies and have visited over 30 countries. A few rules have helped me enjoy meals safely while abroad.

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The writer drinking out of a coconut in Mexico.
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Nishaa Sharma

I took my kids to London. Restaurants there were happy to accommodate all their food allergies.

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Family posing in front of Big Ben in London
The author traveled with her kids to London and was surprised at how allergy-friendly restaurants were in the city.

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A woman with a severe allergy died after eating 2 spoons of 'vegan' tiramisu — prosecutors say it contained cream cheese

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A stock image shows a plate of tiramisu, which typically contains mascarpone — an Italian cream cheese.
A stock image shows a plate of tiramisu, which typically contains mascarpone — an Italian cream cheese.

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