American Airlines ups the healthy dining ante

by James Wilkinson

For more than 30 years, American Airlines has been offering meal options that cater to a number of diets and lifestyles, a relief for the estimated 30% of Americans avoiding gluten and the 15% opting for dairy-free.

In addition to serving oat milk creamer and La Croix Lime sparkling water, American’s menu options include vegetarian, vegan, kosher, lactose-free, Muslim, Hindu, diabetic and gluten-free meals — all of which are available along with the full onboard menu to pre-order before a flight to ensure dietary needs or cravings are met.

“Our health-forward dishes are made to taste great while also supporting fluid intake, aiding digestion, and being rich in nutrients,” said American’s Vice President of Customer Experience, Kim Cisek.

“At American, we want our passengers to arrive at their final destinations feeling fulfilled and refreshed so they can enjoy whatever adventures lie ahead.”

More than one million meals served onboard American Airlines flights each year are among these specialty options.

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