¿Te aterra la idea de viajar con SIBO? ¿Te preocupa no poder volver a salir de casa nunca más?
La buena noticia es que tener SIBO no significa que tengas que ser un ermitaño. Soy un ávido viajero, he visitado muchos países desde mi diagnóstico de SIBO. Y estoy aquí para decirte que SÍ es posible viajar con SIBO.
En el último mes, he viajado hacia y desde los EE. UU. dos veces. Son 4 vuelos de larga distancia más vuelos nacionales más cortos. He recopilado los mejores consejos míos y de la comunidad de The Healthy Gut sobre cómo volar internacionalmente con SIBO para usted.
Si vas a invertir en un viaje internacional, no escatimes en el vuelo. La experiencia que tenga con una aerolínea puede hacer que el comienzo y el final de su viaje sean fantásticos u horribles. Quiere disfrutar de su vuelo y la aerolínea que elija puede desempeñar un papel importante para que eso sea posible.
Considere lo que es importante para usted:
La velocidad a la que puede llegar a su destino
El número de conexiones que necesitarás hacer o un vuelo directo sin escalas
Servicios a bordo
Opciones de comidas
Paso y ancho del asiento
Opciones de actualización
Cuando viajo por más de unas pocas horas, siempre doy prioridad a mi comodidad. Elijo aerolíneas que permitan ascensos a una cabina más premium y ofrezcan un buen servicio a bordo. Vuelo Vírgenes de Australia hacia y desde los EE. UU. porque puede presentar una oferta para las cabinas Premium Economy y Business. Compro un asiento económico y luego oferto la cantidad más baja posible para una mejora. Si no lo consigo es que no he pagado nada, así que es una gran opción. Solo me perdí una actualización una vez y tuve la suerte de que me ascendieran a Business en varios viajes.
También he volado Air New Zealand a los EE. UU. en varios viajes, y sus cabinas Premium Economy y Business son fantásticas, además su servicio es sobresaliente, aunque no ofrecen la opción de oferta como lo hace Virgin Australia, pero a menudo tienen excelentes ofertas para que pueda elegir una tarifa para un buen precio.
Por supuesto, si puede permitirse comprar un asiento premium, ¡hágalo! Hace que volar sea mucho más agradable.
He volado internacionalmente en aerolíneas más baratas en el pasado, pero llegué exhausto después de estar hacinado como una sardina durante horas, e incluso fui agredido sexualmente en un vuelo con Royal Brunei Airlines (de Londres a Melbourne), donde el personal y la aerolínea no hicieron nada al respecto. . Compré ese vuelo porque era muy barato; parecía demasiado bueno para ser verdad. Fue y nunca volveré a elegir la aerolínea más barata.
"Viajar es una experiencia maravillosa. No dejes que SIBO te impida hacer las cosas que amas".
Rebeca Coomes
Siempre vuelo con compañías aéreas en vuelos de larga distancia que me permiten seleccionar mi asiento con antelación. Cuando tiene SIBO, tiene suficiente ansiedad por ir al baño. No necesita ansiedad adicional por no tener un asiento cómodo.
En vuelos de larga distancia, siempre elegir un asiento de pasillo, para que pueda llegar al baño con facilidad y no tener que pasar por encima de extraños o molestar a nadie con mis constantes visitas al baño.
Si va a tomar un vuelo nocturno, es posible que le guste un asiento junto a la ventana para que pueda descansar contra el avión mientras duerme. Personalmente, me pongo demasiado ansiosa ante la idea de no poder ir al baño, así que siempre prefiero un asiento de pasillo a un asiento de ventana.
¿Quiere ver cuáles son los mejores asientos en su vuelo? Echa un vistazo a Seat Guru donde puedes ingresar tu aerolínea y número de vuelo, y te mostrarán cuáles son los mejores y peores asientos en el avión.
Así como la selección de su asiento es importante para reducir su ansiedad por ir al baño en el vuelo, también es importante elegir volar con una aerolínea que ofrezca una amplia variedad de comidas a bordo.
Desplácese hacia abajo para ver mis pensamientos sobre comer en un avión, pero creo que es importante tener una comida disponible para usted, incluso si no termina comiéndola.
Cuando vuele en Economy, recibirá un estándar comida (no hay menús llamativos aquí) y generalmente se le darán 2-3 opciones. Sin embargo, puede enviar una solicitud de comida especial con anticipación. La mayoría de las aerolíneas requieren un aviso de 48 horas, pero consulte con su aerolínea para no perderse una comida adecuada.
Elige el tipo de comida que te resulte más molesta. Para mí es gluten. Si bien actualmente no hay una opción de comida baja en FODMAP disponible en las aerolíneas, puede elegir entre una variedad de comidas, que incluyen:
Sin gluten
Lactose free
Bland meal (no onion, garlic, spices, strong seasonings)
Vegetarian and vegan
Sadly, you can't combine 2 or 3 meal types. For instance, you can't request a meal that's gluten and lactose-free and bland, which is what most SIBOers will need.
When flying in Premium Economy, Business or First, you will be presented with a lot more meal options. I have found that I can pick regular meals off the menu, rather than having to pre-order a special meal, because there's always a gluten free option.
There are fluid restrictions on long-haul flights (maximum of 100ml per container) but there aren't currently food restrictions. However, it's always advisable to contact your airline to double check if you have any doubts.
If you want to eat on your flight, you might prefer to bring your own food and snacks for the flight. You can purchase an insulated bag with ice pack inserts (like this one ). Some great meal and snack options include:
Grilled chicken pieces
Slices of cooked beef or lamb
Tins of tuna or sardines (your neighbours might not love you for this though)
Salad or cooked vegetables
100ml container of salad dressing
Veggie sticks with a small container of chunky roasted pumpkin and macadamia dip
Pieces of fruit
Nuts and seeds
Nut butters in individual portions
Jerky
Individual portions of cheese (if tolerated)
SIBO friendly crackers
Potato or vegetable chips cooked in suitable oil and seasoned with salt
A container of my Prosciutto, Egg and Capsicum Muffins or Blueberry Muffins
Chocolate bark , flavoured chocolates or choc chip granola bars for a sweet treat
The Elemental Diet - I use the Integrative Therapeutics Physicians Formula (bring the powder and a shaker. You can ask for ice and water to make it into a drink)
You won't be able to take your food into your arrival destination so don't go crazy - just bring as much as you think you can eat so you don't have to throw a lot of food out at the end of the flight.
In case the security screening confiscates your ice packs, always pack a leak-proof zip lock bag says Monica Hardy from our SIBO Bi Phasic Diet Facebook Group . She asks the flight attendants to fill it with ice once she gets on the plane so she can still keep her food cool.
You don't have to eat on a long-haul flight. Instead, you may choose to use the time to fast and just sip water or herbal teas.
Personally, I find having an empty stomach easier on my body than having it full of food. I always bloat on flights, no matter what I do, so the more I avoid food, the easier it is on my system.
I do find that I get very hungry on long-haul flights, so even if you decide to fast, I would recommend you have a back up in case you change your mind. When everyone else is brought their food and the cabin is full of food smells, it can be very difficult to maintain your resolve to keep fasting.
Because I always bloat on long-haul flights, I always wear loose fitting clothes with stretchy waistbands that will allow my belly to grow over the course of the flight. There is nothing worse than being stuck in tight-fitting clothes, in pain from the bloating, and not able to do anything about it.
I also like to layer my clothes. This helps hide the bloating. I take a long scarf, a long cardigan and a jacket. That way I can layer up if I get cold or strip down to a lighter top if the plane is hot. Most of the trips I've done recently are freezing cold, so I'm always glad I've got multiple layers.
I also spray my scarf with perfume or essential oils so that if there are smells on the plane that I don't like, I can bury my nose in my scarf and avoid them.
Finally, pack a spare pair of underwear and clothes. I always plan for the unexpected. If you have an upset tummy and have an accident, you can feel better knowing you can change your clothes. Or, if your luggage goes missing, you at least have one outfit and new underwear to wear.
Talk to your Practitioner about your forthcoming trip. They will review your medication and may even suggest some additional supplements to support you. Before I flew to Thailand, I saw my Naturopath and we added in some extra herbs to help prevent potential food poisoning.
Choose where you will carry your medication. I put it in my hand luggage. That way, if my main bag is delayed, I still have my medication with me. Get a small cooler bag for any medication that needs to be kept refrigerated.
Ensure you have enough for the duration of your trip. You don't want to run out in a foreign country, where you might find it hard to get replacements.
During the flight, you may want to take some supplements to help with any symptom you experience. Dr Allison Siebecker has a handout with a range of supplements for each type of symptom . Some common supplements to pack include:
Activated charcoal
Iberogast
Gas X
Peppermint oil
Magnesium
IBGuard
Electrolyte replacement or oral rehydration
Imodium
Changing time zones? Get ready for your new time by getting to bed earlier or staying up later in the days leading up to the flight and before you head home. Timeshifter is a handy app that helps you prepare for your new timezone by giving you tips on when to avoid or get things like sunlight, caffeine, sleep and melatonin.
Most international flights come with in-flight entertainment. However, I have been on a handful of flights where the entertainment system has broken. For this reason, I always have a backup plan. I download Netflix movies and tv shows onto my iPad, which I can watch when I'm offline. I have a couple of books available in my Kindle app on my iPhone and have enough podcasts and audiobooks downloaded that I can listen to them for the full duration of the flight if I need to.
If you're an anxious flyer, why not download a meditation app to your phone, so you can do some meditation while you're flying?
Aeroplanes are notoriously germ-ridden places. Everything from faecal matter to Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria has been found hiding in the passenger cabin of planes.
Pack anti-bacterial wipes in your carry-on bag and use them to clean your armrest, tray, seat belt clip, toilet door handle and flush.
I also use the Biocidin Throat Spray during the flight. It helps ward off any germs that are spread if people are coughing and spluttering on the plane.
My SIBO Coaching client , Sharon Treadgold packed these items for her recent trip to Australia from the US. The face masks gave her an added sense of security that she wasn't breathing in other peoples' germs.
Ya sea que planee estar despierto o dormido durante el vuelo, traer algunas comodidades del hogar puede ayudarlo a sentirse más relajado. I travel with noise cancelling headphones, my own blanket, a revitalising moisturiser from Ecology Skincare , a neck pillow, eye mask and ear plugs. I also wear flight socks and have a pair of flip flops handy so I can walk into the toilet with shoes on.
Los estudios han demostrado que las mantas que recibe en el avión no son demasiado higiénicas, ya que no se limpian con regularidad, a pesar de que vienen en un envoltorio de plástico nuevo. Solo puede imaginar las cosas para las que la gente los usa:limpiarse las manos sucias, sonarse la nariz, cambiar pañales u otras actividades igualmente desagradables. It’s not something we want to snuggle up with.
Aeroplane travel is extremely dehydrating. The longer you spend on a plane, the more dehydrated you will become. It is important you are constantly sipping water to keep your body hydrated. Avoid alcohol as this increased the dehydration and can also cause digestive distress.
I take an empty water container through security and then fill it up before I board the flight. I then ask the staff to fill it up with water during the flight.
When you are sitting down for many hours at a time, your digestion can slow down and get sluggish. Whenever possible, get up and move your body on the flight. I like to walk up and down the aisles or I will go and stand down the back of the plane and do some simple stretches. If you have a layover, use it as an opportunity to stretch your legs. I walk up and down the terminal, moving constantly until I need to get back on the plane.
On my most recent flight to the US, I departed Melbourne at 11.30am. As soon as I got on the plane, I changed my watch to US Pacific Time and started telling myself that it was 6.30pm. As soon as we had been fed dinner, I told myself it was bedtime and took a melatonin tablet and went to sleep. When I arrived at LAX at 9am, I was relatively refreshed and ready for the day ahead.
The first thing I do when I arrive at my new destination is to go outdoors and get some fresh air and sunlight on my skin. This helps acclimate to my new timezone and environment. Even if I have arrived at a winter destination, I wrap up nice and warm and head out.
If the weather is warm, I like to touch the ground with bare feet. Dave Asprey of Bulletproof fame talks about how earthing helps return the body to a neutral current. I personally find it beneficial and make an effort to touch the ground with bare feet whenever I can.
After many hours crammed into a plane, there is nothing better than moving your body. It helps to get fresh oxygen to all parts of your body, and can also help reset your circadian rhythm to your new timezone. I always pack a sturdy pair of walking shoes and hit the pavement of my new location. It's a great way to check out your new neighbourhood while also exercising. Check out a local yoga or pilates class for some structured exercise or do a walking tour.
You might be off the plane, but it doesn't mean your body isn't still recovering from the impact of long-haul travel. Keeping your food simple will help ease the pressure on your gut. I love nothing more than some steamed or grilled fish and steamed veggies when I first arrive. Also keep your meal sizes small to give your gut a chance to process the food. As tempting as it might be, avoid alcohol as this will contribute to your dehydration and can interrupt your sleep cycle.
I always incorporate intermittent fasting into my travel routine. It helps my gut calm down from the pressure of travelling, and I find I sleep better when I haven't eaten a lot.
You might like to ensure you get at least 12 hours break between dinner and breakfast, or if you're like me, you can skip breakfast entirely and just eat lunch and dinner.
Spend the first few days of your new location focusing on hydration. Your body has been put under enormous pressure on the plane, so be kind to it and drink lots of good quality, filtered water.
Doing all of the above will help re-set your circadian rhythm. If you arrive in the morning, stay awake as long as you can, ideally going to bed at your normal bedtime.
If you must take a nap, keep it short so you don't confuse your body and further disrupt your sleep cycle.
If you are still struggling to sleep, you might like to take a sleeping aid. I use Integrative Therapeutics Cortisol Manager to help re-set my cortisol levels. If this isn't enough support, I will also take some melatonin at bedtime. This will normally put me to sleep within 30 minutes of taking it.
If you wake during the night, try to avoid turning on any electrical devices. The blue light emitted from these devices can disrupt your sleep-wake cycle. Instead, try some meditation, deep breathing or relaxation techniques. If that fails, I will lay in bed and read a book until I get sleepy again.
It is estimated that for every 1 hour of timezone change, it can take 1 day to recover. Be kind to yourself during this recalibration to your new time zone. If sleep isn't coming easily, stressing about it will make it worse. You will get into your new timezone eventually.
It is a privilege to travel and see new parts of the world. Yes, SIBO can be frustrating, but you have control over how you think . If you choose to approach travel with fear, it's highly likely your trip will be extremely stressful. Instead, if you approach your trip with interest and intrigue and allow for situations to happen that are outside of your control, you will enjoy your trip much more.
I love the uncertainty of travel. I love meeting new people, tasting new food, learning new languages, smelling new smells, seeing new cities and landscapes, and even when things go wrong, I find a way to laugh about it.
Before you go, brainstorm a wide range of possible scenarios and think about how you will handle those situations. The more prepared you are, the easier they will be to cope with.
Do you have your own fool-proof travel hacks? I would love to hear them. Simply put them in the comments below.
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