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Volunteering in Nepal


Nikki2777

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I know it's a long shot, but I've always wanted to travel in Nepal and am looking at a volunteer project that would involve a home stay. Does anyone have any experience with an organization that can help me stay gluten free while there? I'm sure I can eat the rice and some of the meats, and I expect most of the local food is naturally gluten-free, but with the language barrier, etc... I'm nervous. I don't mind bringing my own packaged food as the trip would only be about two weeks. But then there's the issue of insulting the hosts by not eating their food. I will call the organization and ask, but really looking for insights beforehand.


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Scott Adams Grand Master

I eat regularly at a Nepalese restaurant and most of the foods are naturally gluten-free, but there are definitely exceptions. 

This might be helpful:

| English |
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I have celiac disease, a medical condition that requires a strict gluten-free diet. Even a tiny amount of gluten can make me very ill. 

I kindly request your assistance in ensuring that the food I order is completely gluten-free, free from wheat, barley, rye, and cross-contamination. Please inform the kitchen staff about my dietary needs.

Curry sauces are safe for me if pure spices are used which do not contain any wheat flour, bread, or soy sauce.

- Please avoid using soy sauce, as it often contains wheat.
- Rice, vegetables, meat, and seafood without sauces are safe options.
- Cross-contamination is a concern. Clean utensils and cookware are essential.
- Please do not use flour or breadcrumbs in my meal.

I appreciate your understanding and help in making my dining experience safe and enjoyable.

Thank you!

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| Nepali |
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म मेरो खानपिनका लागि ग्लूटेन फ्री आहारको आवश्यक छु, जुन ग्लूटेनको ठूलो मात्र सोध्न मेरो बिमारी हो। 

कृपया तपाईंको सहयोगमा म निश्चित गर्दैछु कि मेरो माग गरेको खाजामा अन्यत्र ग्लूटेन, गहुँ, बर्ली, राइ र संकरण गरिएको छैन। कृपया बेरोजगारीको बारेमा किचनको कर्मचारीलाई सूचना दिनुहोस्।

म तपाईंको समझमा र मेरो खाजामा मेरो स्वास्थ्य र सुखकारक बनाउने तपाईंको सहयोग र मद्दतलाई प्रशंसा गर्दछु।

मेरा लागि मिश्रित धनिया-मसला प्रयोग गर्दा सुरक्षित छन्, जसमा कुनै गहुँ आफ्नाउँदैन, रोटी, वा सोया सस परिचित छैन।

कृपया सोया सस प्रयोग गर्न नगर्नुहोस्, किनकि यसले प्रायः गहुँ आफ्नाउँछ।

भात, साग, मासु, र माछा बिना ससको सुरक्षित विकल्पहरू हुन्।

पार्सा-संकरण एक चिन्ता हो। शुद्ध बर्तन र कुकवेर आवश्यक छन्।

कृपया मेरो खाजामा आटो वा रुटी नप्रयोग गर्नुहोस्।

धन्यवाद!

 

This info is intended as a helpful communication tool, but it does not guarantee a completely gluten-free meal. Always exercise caution and inquire about ingredients and preparation methods to ensure your safety.
 

 

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Thank you, Scott! This looks really helpful.

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