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Regarding Mara's post about non-intentional poisonings at the hands of
loved ones and friends....I agonized about how to handle this situation
also.  Should I tell them I was sick or not?  I think my solution might
help others in this delicate situation.  I tell them how delicious the food
item was and ask for the recipe.  Then I can review the ingredients and
gently review later my dietary restrictions including the offending
ingredient.  It is a gentle and complimentary way of handling it.

Vicki
WA state