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Flying While Banded

I fly a good amount for my job and would love to know if anyone has suggestions for good airport high protein snacks/meal options? I have packed protein bars and some powder for a shake if needed but could use some of your expertise! Any thoughts!!

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You can get chicken in most airport restaurants. I don't fly long enough distances that I have to plan for meals, but when in a pinch, I grab some Soup. Not high Protein, but better than fast food. I did make an Optifast shake on a plane once, I was starving, on liquids, had my shaker, asked for Water and ice. Usually there is a foodcourt, might be able to get hummus, or eat the insides of a fajita, chili from Wendy's would be okay.

Good luck.

I don't fly often at all, but I did fly to Punta Cana about 6 months after my surgery. I didn't think much of it at first even though I had read some threads saying that it can fluctuate, but I was definitely able to tell that my band was tightening when we took off. I was glad that I hadn't eaten anything right before that, because I am certain that it would have caused problems for me if there was any food still above my band. I am sure it is different for each person, but I know that the next time I fly I will be sticking to liquids right before and during the flights. Hope this helps!

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