In stand-up comedy, airline food is a common theme for jokes. The airlines took the hint and saved their money by eliminating free meals on domestic flights in the USA. Now there are only small sandwiches and snacks for sale. The exception is still international flights, where an eight-hour trip across the Atlantic can bring you two meals: a full dinner and a breakfast four hours later.
Here are some suggestions for packing your own food, saving some money and staying healthy:
Stay hydrated: Buy the largest bottle of water in the shops. There are three factors going here. The first is that the body dehydrates while flying. Airplane cabins are very dry. So there is a need to drink water. There are two major problems with this, security does not allow you to bring your own water and the water served on the plane is often contaminated with bacteria. So make sure everyone in your group has a bottle of water. You may either purchase bottled water once you pass security or bring an empty bottle with you to fill from a water fountain. Drink water prior to boarding many of the restaurants and food service places in the airport offer complimentary tap water. Remember to also drink water after arriving.
Snacks: Apples are a good choice as they can help keep you hydrated . Take some sweets or other snacks with you. Protein bars are particularly helpful if on a long-flight. Most airline meals tend to be low in protein and high in carbohydrates. Bring a bag of lollipops or fruit. If you're seated near a crying child, ask the parent if the child may have one; they make an effective silencing tool. Also, you can pack some non aromatic sandwiches like peanut butter and jelly or ham and cheese. Your favorite chips or candy in single serving sizes are also good.
FROM THE TSA: •Beverages brought from home or purchased before reaching the security checkpoint in a 3 oz. or smaller container and in your quart-size, zip-top plastic bag.
•Canned or jarred goods such as soup, sauces, peanut butter, fruits, vegetables and jellies - 3 oz. or smaller
•Cheese in pressurized containers, Jell-O's, pudding, whipping cream, yogurt or gel like food substances - 3 oz. or smaller
I was grossed out by how dirty the airline water is, I feel bad now for chowing down on a Philly cheesesteak on my recent trip from Philadelphia, the order must have knocked out several rows. But it was so good.
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