The article discusses the risks of food poisoning while traveling, illustrated by a Redditor's experience in Mexico City. After enjoying street food without incident for two weeks, the user faced sudden and severe gastrointestinal distress, suspecting multiple sources for their illness, including tacos, seafood, and even water. The post garnered significant engagement, with many commenting on similar experiences, indicating that food poisoning is an unfortunate but common occurrence among travelers. This shared experience serves as both a cautionary tale and a rite of passage for adventurous eaters.
"I was feeling absolutely invincible, two solid weeks of smashing street food in [Mexico City] with no consequences. Thought I was built different. Then, three days ago, the universe humbled me."
"Thought I just needed to sneak out a cheeky fart. Spoiler alert: it was not just air. Immediate realization. Went from mild discomfort to code red in under three seconds."
"I've spent so long on the toilet I'm considering giving it a name."
"Been there! I thought I was fine with most street foods in China after a month of living there. I ended up in the ER getting my stomach pumped second month."
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