10 Foods You Should Never Eat Before Flying

We never met a French fry we didn't like, but it's best to avoid them and other fried foods before a flight. Fried foods can cause heartburn thanks to all those fats and oils, and they tend to be high in sodium, which can lead to fluid retention and cause bloat or swelling in your body while you're up in the air. Not fun.

If you're tempted to hit up your favorite burger spot before a flight, you might want to think again. Many people have difficulty digesting red meat, so in addition to discomfort, you could treat everyone around you to a pretty gross odor as your body attempts to to digest it.

Airplanes already dry up your body to begin with, so combined with the dehydrating properties in caffeine, you could easily develop a headache or become nauseous.

Not to kill your vibes, but alcohol + airplanes is a seriously bad idea. It can dehydrate you and lead to you feeling hungover when you land. Is that really how you want to start off your trip?

You know by now that beans cause gas, and that's one thing when you're sitting around your house, but imagine being cooped up in a tiny airplane seat for hours in that situation? Not only is that not fun for you, but it's seriously bad luck for whoever ends up sitting next to you.

Apples might seem like a healthy choice, but all the fiber in them makes them difficult to digest, and you know what that means—gas and bloating.

Like beans, cruciferous veggies such as broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower can cause gas, so wait to nibble on them until after your flight.

Not only should you avoid them before flying, but when the drinks cart comes down the aisle, you're best sticking with water. Carbonated beverages like soda can cause gas and possibly heartburn.

Spicy food is notorious for causing stomach discomfort, so if you want your flight to be as comfortable as possible, stick with something more bland before boarding.

While chewing gum, you let excess air into your body, which in turn causes gas and bloating. If you need to freshen your breath on-the-go, you're better off sticking with a mint.