The Airport Shuffle....
If I had to name a new dance for Crohnies I'd dub it the "Airport Shuffle" - it's a tale of maddeningly pacing between food courts hoping, just hoping, that around the next corner or in the next terminal there's a better food option for managing IBD. Unfortunately, in most cases there's only a couple of good, healthy options (if any!!). Often times busy travelers don't have the luxury of chasing after them with tight layovers and busy schedules.
What's a Crohnie traveler to do?!
Step one: ALWAYS pack plenty of snacks, including significant protein, which is most satiating. Find YOUR protein bar - the one that works with your system and tastes decent enough. It was hard for me to find good bars that are nut-free and soy-free - two of my no-no's. I'm partial to Simply Protein whey protein bars and Oatmega bars. Once you find a bar that works, buy it in bulk if possible so you never run out. Have one with you wherever you go to fight food cra…
What's a Crohnie traveler to do?!
Step one: ALWAYS pack plenty of snacks, including significant protein, which is most satiating. Find YOUR protein bar - the one that works with your system and tastes decent enough. It was hard for me to find good bars that are nut-free and soy-free - two of my no-no's. I'm partial to Simply Protein whey protein bars and Oatmega bars. Once you find a bar that works, buy it in bulk if possible so you never run out. Have one with you wherever you go to fight food cra…
