Airports Improve Healthy Food Offerings, Luxury Vacation Rentals Also Offer Options
December 9, 2006. Eating well is hard enough without throwing in holidays and traveling. Fortunately, a recent report from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) found that airport restaurants continue to improve their healthy eating options. The group surveyed 13 of the busiest airports in the United States and reported that 11 of 12 airports surveyed last year improved their score.
"Orlando International Airport landed in first place, moving up from eighth place in last year's report. Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport won the honor of 'most improved,' with a score of 76 percent, compared with just 46 percent in 2005. Las Vegas McCarran International Airport came in last place for the third year in a row, despite making a 27-point improvement over last year."
A PCRM dietitian suggested opting for a bean burrito of veggie sandwich, as vegetarian foods tend to be low in fat and high in fiber. Other travel experts recommend choosing grilled chicken over hamburger and avoiding French fries and "super-sized" value meals.
A TravelPost.com article recommended bringing snacks from home, such as fresh fruit, granola, trail mixes and whole grain crackers.But you're supposed to be on vacation, right? TravelPost.com suggested allowing one indulgence per day so that you can at least enjoy local delicacies.
We have another suggestion for eating healthy on while traveling. Staying in a luxury vacation rental, with access to a kitchen or refrigerator, can also improve the options for eating healthy and eliminate the temptations associated with eating out.
