Vientiane - Post Report Question and Answers
What do people who suffer from environmental or food allergies need to know?
Because education is low in Laos, you may not get correct information about food allergens if you ask someone at a restaurant or store. You need to be vigilant. Fish sauce and nuts are probably the biggest culprits. Gluten-free food is not widely advertised. "Vegan" does not have a consistent meaning. As to environmental allergies, there are times when it flares up, but it doesn't seem too bad here for most people. - Dec 2024
Tape the windows, doors, and vents to keep the air pollution out. We have four air purifiers that we received from the Embassy which we keep on at all times. There is a lot of fish sauce that's used in Lao cuisine so, if you have are allergic to fish sauce, you may not be able to eat Lao food out. - Mar 2024
