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skiglutton
July 9, 2010 2:37 pm

I follow a high-protein low-carbohydrate diet to control reactive hypoglycemia. My diet requires small meals throughout the day. Before the advent of TSA restrictions on carry-on liquids, I was able to pack coldcut sandwiches with an ice pack in my carry-on luggage. Since ice packs are no longer allowed, I rely on peanuts and peanut products to meet my dietary needs while traveling, as they are non-perishable. If peanuts were no longer allowed on flights, it would be challenging to find an acceptable non-perishable that would meet my dietary needs. I cannot rely on airlines to serve snacks that I can eat and, when peanuts are offered, they are usually the only snack that would not precipitate a hypoglycemic reaction (meat-product jerky is not an acceptable option).

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…peanut allergies are life-threatening, as is hypoglycemia. In the interest of accommodating both sets of needs, I suggest that airlines offer a high-protein snack, such as cheese sticks (perhaps by pre-request). I also suggest that airlines offer environmentally-controlled sections for travelers with peanut allergies.
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Moderator
July 10, 2010 1:09 pm

Thank you for your comment. You raise an interesting issue about finding the right balance to accommodate everyone’s needs.


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