Eating these foods on a plane could have serious consequences for your health

Altitude can take its toll on your stomach, so certain foods should be avoided if you're planning to fly. We've listed all the foods you should stay away from to avoid digestive problems!

Avoid processed and sugary foods

Ultra-processed products such as industrial snacks, soft drinks and other pre-packaged foods should be avoided. Why should you? They are often rich in salt, sugar and food additives, which can disrupt digestion and cause a feeling of bloating, accentuated at altitude. What's more, their high calorie content can contribute to drowsiness and increased tiredness.

The ideal solution is to opt for healthy snacks such as fresh fruit, nuts or natural cereal bars.

Similarly, fast food should also be avoided. Eating fast food before a flight can lead to heartburn and upset stomachs, something you don't want to experience when you're several kilometres above the ground.

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Foods to watch out for when flying

On many airlines, meal trays are served on board, but there are certain foods to be wary of in this situation. For a start, as far as possible, try to avoid meat in general and steaks and fillets in particular, as their quality can be compromised by the logistical constraints of air transport. As well as becoming dry and tough, meat can also be more prone to the risk of food contamination, which can be increased when undercooked meat is eaten in flight.

Instead, opt for safer, lighter alternatives such as vegetarian or fish-based meals.

Starters and cheese platters can also be a source of concern in terms of conservation. And don't forget that soft cheeses and egg-based dishes such as omelettes can be difficult to digest at altitude.

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This article has been translated from Oh!MyMag FR.

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