Does Indigo Airlines Use Extra Salt in Their Food? Here’s the Answer

A food blogger recently revealed that IndiGo has increased the salt content in their meals, a common practice among many airlines.

The blogger outlined which specific foods have higher salt levels, noting that while younger individuals may tolerate them well, older people, particularly those with high blood pressure or hydration concerns, should exercise caution. Known for creating awareness about food among Indian viewers, the blogger’s videos are highly regarded.

As per the video ” Most of us already know that Maggi is a high sodium food! What most of don’t know is that Indigo’s Magic Upma has 50% more sodium than Maggi, Indigo’s Poha has ~83% more sodium than Maggi, and Daal Chawal has as much sodium as Maggi. Just because “Upma”, “Poha”, “Daal chawal” sound healthy, does not mean they are healthy. Always remember junk food pretending to be healthy, is even more dangerous than junk food. Indian’s already consume too much sodium and consuming excess sodium on a regular basis raises our blood pressure and can result in hypertension, heart issues and kidney issues.

It has been found that chicken and pasta are the least affected in terms of taste and have become staples in virtually all in-flight menus. Surprisingly, tomato juice has emerged as the most popular drink on airplanes.

While many foods lose flavor at high altitudes, tomato juice oddly gains in taste and appeal. Lufthansa, the German airline, revealed that over 2 million liters of tomato juice are consumed on its flights annually.

Why Airlines adds more salt in food ?

At higher altitudes, flavors can be perceived differently due to the dry cabin air and low humidity levels, which can dull our taste and smell senses. To counteract this, airline chefs often increase the salt and seasoning levels to enhance the taste of the food.

Preservation of Airline Food:

Airline meals are typically prepared in advance and stored for extended periods, requiring effective preservation methods. Salt acts as a natural preservative, helping to maintain the quality and safety of the food during storage and transportation.