A guide to eating healthy at the airport
Photo credit Divinity PriceYour going through a mental checklist before you go to the airport—Socks, shoes, toiletries, passport, driver's license, etc. Have you ever thought of making a checklist for food options available in some of the world's busiest airports?
There are a few different options you have to keep yourself consistent on a healthy food diet. Denver International Airport (DEN) located in Denver Colorado happens to be the sixth busiest airport in the United States. It is a main hub for Frontier and United Airlines. This airport sees roughly 30 million passengers on a yearly basis. There is a wide variety of food chains and specialty foods for everyone's personal liking. If you are vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free or just looking for a great healthy choice view this comprehensive list of choices.Do you have a layover in LAX? Los Angeles International Airport is sitting at the ninth busiest airport in the world. Not only is Los Angeles the pivotal hub for both domestic and international flights, it also services more than 190 routes to 43 different countries. It is a hub for Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines. Plan ahead and find the best food choices for your healthy food needs.
Plan on going out of the country? Dubai International Airport is the second busiest airport in the world, handling roughly 66.1 million passengers last year alone. Find out how to stay healthy while dining on international cuisine.
Of course, what would a list of busiest airports and healthy foods listing be without Atlanta Georgia's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)? Welcome to the world's busiest airport! In 2022, this airport had over 93.6 million passengers with a revenue of roughly 380 million U.S. dollars. Check out some of the healthy options while passing through ATL.
Photo credit Divinity PriceThere is always the healthy choice that you create for yourself. Meal prep is always an option before heading to the airport. Once you step foot past the TSA checkpoint, food, drinks and snacks get significantly more expensive. TSA is primarily concerned with liquids being brought above 3 ounces. You can always pack a lunchbox or bring food without liquid Content. You can bring things such as packaged oatmeal, instant ramen, granola bars, salads (if you bring salad dressing freeze it prior to arriving to the airport), dried fruits and nuts, etc. Smaller, less international airports have less options for a variety of food. So, depending upon where you are departing from or have a layover may alter your choices and access to healthy food choices.