Airline Food Is Not Diet Friendly

Fly the diet-friendly skies

Airline food may not taste very good, but what really adds insult to injury is that it’s notoriously fat-laden. But there are steps you can take to keep your flight’s calorie intake from soaring into the stratosphere.

When purchasing an airline ticket, request a low-fat, low-cal, or vegetarian meal. Bonus: Because you ordered a special meal, you’ll get served first.

Dietdetective.com recently released a list of airlines with the healthiest fare. At the top of the list were Continental and American Airlines, so dieters should consider booking their ticket with these companies when planning a long plane trip.

Pass on the peanuts and cookies (assuming your airline is still providing them amidst the cutbacks!). Instead, it’s best to bring your own snacks onboard.  A granola bar and a piece of fruit should do the trick.

If your flight’s been delayed and you’re forced to eat from an airport restaurant, here are some low-cal options: Panda Express Mushroom Chicken with Vegetables (180 calories) or McDonald’s Grilled Chipotle BBQ Snack Wrap (260 calories). For a detailed guide to healthy on-the-go foods, consider getting a copy of Eat This, Not That!.