CCRNonherway 78 Posted July 28, 2013 Looking for some fellow frequent fliers. I travel extensively for my work and fly almost every week. I go back on the road this week. 1. I got a prescription for my Protein Shakes. Have any of you been successful in getting through TSA with your Protein shakes, with or without a prescription? 2. I thought about putting a copy of the prescription in with all my other protein shakes in my checked bag. Any issues with TSA opening or taking out your shakes from your checked bag? 3. I am one month post op. Rather than trying to figure out what to eat for dinner, I thought I would have yogurt or scrambled eggs for Breakfast and shakes for lunch/dinner. This will work for the upcoming week since I will be alone, but in other weeks I will be with the team. Any suggestions on what to eat when dining out? I was thinking maybe scallops or broth Soup? Sticking with the appetizer menu? Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks! 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sherri297 81 Posted July 28, 2013 I flew with powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken broth powder, and other Protein powder for shakes, and they were not bothered. Maybe put a copy of your prescription in your checked bag with your Protein? Scallops and shrimp were the first meats that actually felt good on my tummy the first couple of months. You'll just have to experiment to see what sits good with you, but stay away from anything breaded for a while. That can lead to an embarrassing restaurant experience. 2 Travelbug1955 and CCRNonherway reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newat52 1,613 Posted July 28, 2013 I traveled with Premier Protein shakes from costco. Because they are a boxed drink I put 4 in a gallon ziplock then put the ziploc in a rubbermaid plastic container. I was not at all concerned about it other than them exploding all over my clothes. They were not disturbed in the least either time I took them. 2 Travelbug1955 and CCRNonherway reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StarryNight 20 Posted July 28, 2013 I'm a FF, and last week was my first flight (at 3 weeks post op). I had bought a bunch of the Protein Powder packets (you know, the sample size packets next to the big jugs at Whole Foods) so I can try a bunch of different types and see what I like. I also ordered a bunch of coffee Chike online (so good). I just took a bunch of those, and mixed them into my water bottle while in the airports, and each day while at the client sites. 3 newat52, Travelbug1955 and CCRNonherway reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newat52 1,613 Posted July 29, 2013 I'm a FF, and last week was my first flight (at 3 weeks post op). I had bought a bunch of the Protein powder packets (you know, the sample size packets next to the big jugs at Whole Foods) so I can try a bunch of different types and see what I like. I also ordered a bunch of coffee Chike online (so good). I just took a bunch of those, and mixed them into my Water bottle while in the airports, and each day while at the client sites. What flavors did you get? What have you thought of them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StarryNight 20 Posted July 29, 2013 I got 1 chocolate and 1 vanilla from all the brands that had packets available. (Harmonized, Terra whey, J Robb, Vega One, Garden of Life). I also got specialty flavors like blueberry, berry, and chai whenever I see them. Chocolates seem to be the best, although the berrys are interesting for variety. I haven't tried the chai yet, but I'm excited to. Also, the Chike coffee is really good in the am, it's like having an iced coffee (I haven't tried any other Chike flavors). 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkinnyScrapper 57 Posted July 29, 2013 Looking for some fellow frequent fliers. I travel extensively for my work and fly almost every week. I go back on the road this week. 1. I got a prescription for my Protein shakes. Have any of you been successful in getting through TSA with your Protein shakes' date=' with or without a prescription? 2. I thought about putting a copy of the prescription in with all my other Protein Shakes in my checked bag. Any issues with TSA opening or taking out your shakes from your checked bag? 3. I am one month post op. Rather than trying to figure out what to eat for dinner, I thought I would have yogurt or scrambled eggs for breakfast and shakes for lunch/dinner. This will work for the upcoming week since I will be alone, but in other weeks I will be with the team. Any suggestions on what to eat when dining out? I was thinking maybe scallops or broth Soup? Sticking with the appetizer menu? Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks![/quote'] I frequently bring back bottles of beer, wine and hot sauce in my checked luggage. I place them in the plastic laundry bag from the hotel closet and wrap in the morning newspaper that is outside my door. Then I wrap in a t-shirt that I plan to wash. Never had a problem. 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gamergirl 4,610 Posted July 29, 2013 I too am an FF but I'm pre op. I'm very interested to see what replies you will get. As prep for my liquid diet, I did substitute shakes for one meal on a recent trip. I took powders and a Blender Bottle and bought Water at the airport. I had those when eating at client sites since I couldn't always be sure they'd be something good for me to eat there. I'm curious how soon most people start flying again? I never check luggage but wondering if I may need to for a while? Sorry hope I am not hijacking your thread but curious to learn from you and other FFs here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCRNonherway 78 Posted July 29, 2013 I too am an FF but I'm pre op. I'm very interested to see what replies you will get. As prep for my liquid diet' date=' I did substitute shakes for one meal on a recent trip. I took powders and a Blender Bottle and bought Water at the airport. I had those when eating at client sites since I couldn't always be sure they'd be something good for me to eat there. I'm curious how soon most people start flying again? I never check luggage but wondering if I may need to for a while? Sorry hope I am not hijacking your thread but curious to learn from you and other FFs here.[/quote'] No worries! I'm headed to the airport now so we will see how TSA responds to the RTD shakes. I am checking my luggage and also structured my itin to allow for time to transfer gates etc. didn't want to have to run through ATL on my first flight back! 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCRNonherway 78 Posted July 29, 2013 No worries! I'm headed to the airport now so we will see how TSA responds to the RTD shakes. I am checking my luggage and also structured my itin to allow for time to transfer gates etc. didn't want to have to run through ATL on my first flight back! I had one RTD in a gallon bag with my Rx. They did an explosives screen, never looked at my Rx and that was it. 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gamergirl 4,610 Posted July 29, 2013 No worries! I'm headed to the airport now so we will see how TSA responds to the RTD shakes. I am checking my luggage and also structured my itin to allow for time to transfer gates etc. didn't want to have to run through ATL on my first flight back! Omg I HATE ATL airport! Who designed a place where you walk two miles to get out of the airport?? Ranks up there with MIA which I also love to hate. 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCRNonherway 78 Posted July 29, 2013 Omg I HATE ATL airport! Who designed a place where you walk two miles to get out of the airport?? Ranks up there with MIA which I also love to hate. Lol I agree! And MSP same thing. Never cut a connection close there! 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCRNonherway 78 Posted July 29, 2013 Just to add on, I did have about 10 RTD shakes in my checked bag. Securely wrapped for leakage. Put my Rx right on top. I never get inspected but when I got to the hotel, there was the infamous disclosure slip and the shakes were not so securely re wrapped. But at least they did not take them! 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cindymg 629 Posted July 30, 2013 I checked my RTD shakes in cooler bags (they contained fresh milk) along with my Bullet blender. TSA always opened the bag, but I think it was the metal in the blender that set them off. Nothing ever disturbed. Bariatric Advantage has powdered shakes in individual bottles ready to be shaken with Water or skim milk. Easy to carry through security, although TSA advised to take the bottles out of my carryon and place in the tray so that the plastic bottle shape didn't upset anyone. Skim or 2% milk was fairly easy to find in an airport, if you can have that on your plan. 3 Travelbug1955, gamergirl and StarryNight reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCRNonherway 78 Posted July 30, 2013 I checked my RTD shakes in cooler bags (they contained fresh milk) along with my Bullet blender. TSA always opened the bag' date=' but I think it was the metal in the blender that set them off. Nothing ever disturbed. Bariatric Advantage has powdered shakes in individual bottles ready to be shaken with Water or skim milk. Easy to carry through security, although TSA advised to take the bottles out of my carryon and place in the tray so that the plastic bottle shape didn't upset anyone. Skim or 2% milk was fairly easy to find in an airport, if you can have that on your plan.[/quote'] I will have to look into those! Thanks! 1 Travelbug1955 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
