Jennifer,

I'm so sorry to hear this happened to you. You're right, convenience food isn't convenient if you pay for it for days after eating it. I learned this the hard way about 8 years ago and haven't touched any sort of fast food - not even a salad at McD's - since.

When I'm out and about and there's the chance I'll need to eat on the road I try to plan ahead and make something at home I know I can eat. But there are those times when a short errands runs into hours and I'm hungry. I do one of two things - go hungry until I get home (this is usually what I do), or I stop by a natural foods store, convenience store, or grocery store and buy something I know I can safely eat - plain yogurt, cheddar cheese, certain crackers or bread, a banana, or natural applesauce are all options for me. 

I also always have a jug of water with me. It can tide you over until you get home for a healthier snack or meal.

Cheers,

Elizabeth

Thanks for your comments.  I think sometimes people forget that even the "healthy" meals at a fast food place can cause problems.  We moms need to take more time to nurture our own health!  I agree that a little planning can go a LONG way!