Video: How to stick to a medical diet when traveling for care

How to stick to a medical diet when traveling for care

Planes and hotels make food choices harder. Here's how Mayo Clinic patients say they keep eating right.

• They pack more than a suitcase. Coolers and plastic bags can carry food for travel days and appointment days. (Think collapsible if you're flying.)
• They plan for safe hydration. Pack a water bottle. In restaurants, avoid cut fruit in drinks, which can carry germs.
• They stock their hotel rooms. Book a room with a fridge and microwave. And bring dishes and zipper bags for meal prep.
• They have a restaurant strategy. Not every spot will fit your health needs. Browse menus online to find options that work.
• They find a space to cook. Some organizations help traveling patients find lodging with kitchen space for meal prep.

Guidance from the Mayo Clinic Connect online patient community.