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When Should You Eat Before Flying? - Huffpost
With the holiday season upon us and vaccination rates climbing, it’s no secret more people are flying more lately. On Nov. 19, the Transportation Security Administration screened nearly 2.3 million people at airport security checkpoints ― the highest volume since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.
Of course, it’s important to be mindful of COVID-19 travel precautions, like wearing a face mask in the airport and on the plane, washing and sanitizing your hands, and keeping your distance from others when possible. But flying can also be tough on your stomach at times, so it’s helpful to be mindful of eating and drinking on air travel days.
The low humidity and dry air in the plane’s cabin tend to have a dehydrating effect on passengers, and the atmospheric pressure doesn’t exactly aid with digestion. Still, there are ways to help keep things in check. Below, experts share their advice for properly timing your pre-flight eats and choosing the food to keep you fueled for the journey.
With the holiday season upon us and vaccination rates climbing, it’s no secret more people are flying more lately. On Nov. 19, the Transportation Security Administration screened nearly 2.3 million people at airport security checkpoints ― the highest volume since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.
Of course, it’s important to be mindful of COVID-19 travel precautions, like wearing a face mask in the airport and on the plane, washing and sanitizing your hands, and keeping your distance from others when possible. But flying can also be tough on your stomach at times, so it’s helpful to be mindful of eating and drinking on air travel days.
The low humidity and dry air in the plane’s cabin tend to have a dehydrating effect on passengers, and the atmospheric pressure doesn’t exactly aid with digestion. Still, there are ways to help keep things in check. Below, experts share their advice for properly timing your pre-flight eats and choosing the food to keep you fueled for the journey.