Hello!
I'm leaving for VN in a month and want to do what I can to avoid getting sick (travelers dysentery/diarrhea). (I know not to drink tap water and to use good hand-wash hygiene, but I have other concerns because I really enjoy all these foods:
- hot soups are often served with a plate of fresh herbs. Are these safe to eat?
- is ice served in drinks and coffees, safe?
- fruit smoothies, safe?
Some forums say to not go to tourist restaurants/cafes because they are more likely to cause illness, logic being locals will come back to complain but tourists are on their way so it doesn't matter. True/Not True?
Also, the jury is out as to whether or not taking probiotics prior to travel helps to prevent illness.
Some recommend taking Pepto-Bismol or activated charcoal pill before every meal.
Lastly, one lady on FB says "Getting sick from eating the food is a thing of the past!"
Your experience would be greatly appreciated :)