On vacation I find it's important to adhere as closely as possible to my routine of SFS, probiotics, etc. Remember to get plenty to drink - I always find this harder to do on vacation, because I'm so focused on sightseeing and other fun activities. Also, try to get in some exercise. That shouldn't be too hard in New York because it's easy to walk a lot of places.
I think food may be less hassle than you think - New York has just about everything.
Food and restaurant tips:
There should be tons of places to get bagels and tea/hot water. Lots of delis and sandwich shops have bagels, and there's a coffee shop about every block. Bring your own peppermint tea bags everywhere in case you end up in a place that doesn't have it.
Don't panic if your family wants to eat at a steakhouse. They are surprisingly safe because most of them offer simple grilled seafood dishes and baked potatoes (I sometimes order a potato as an appetizer).
Asian places are indeed your friend. However, you probably want to gravitate towards Thai and Vietnamese, as Chinese is often a bit greasy.
Middle Eastern food can also be a good choice, since it usually includes plenty of couscous, rice, and pita bread.
Relax and have fun. If you get stressed out, see if you can go up to the Cloisters - it's very pretty and quiet up there, one of the most relaxing places I've been in NYC.
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-Carol
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