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Ever wondered why you feel bloated for days after a flight? Turns out your body takes a full seven days to expel all the gas from flying—just one of many surprising revelations in this eye-opening episode about what really happens at 35,000 feet.

We dive into the truth about airline food and why it tastes so strange (hint: your taste buds partially go numb during flights). Flight attendants share their insider knowledge about which foods to absolutely avoid on planes—with Chinese food topping the "never eat this" list—and why even seemingly healthy options are loaded with hidden salt, sugar, and fat. Those steel-cut oats with mango sauce? Nutritional disaster. That tiny bag of trail mix? Contains a shocking 18 grams of sugar.

The conversation takes a more serious turn when we discuss how airline crew members absorb more radiation than an X-ray with each flight, accumulating significant exposure over their careers. "I'm probably as green as your shirt right now," jokes one host about the potential cumulative effects.

We share the bizarre story of a 76-year-old woman stranded in Puerto Rico when her emotional support parrot was denied boarding for her return flight, plus the time pilots nearly turned a plane around after passengers airdropped nude photos to the cockpit.

For travelers headed to Minneapolis, we offer insights about the massive Mall of America and recommend trying the region's famous "Juicy Lucy" stuffed burgers—where cheese melts inside the patty rather than sitting on top.

Whether you're a frequent flyer looking to make smarter food choices or simply curious about the hidden side of air travel, this episode will forever change how you think about your in-flight experience. Subscribe now and join our growing community of aviation enthusiasts who love peeking behind the galley curtain!

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