Healthy Eating While Travelling

At home, we may have the luxury of a routine and even a kitchen, but this isn’t always the case when travelling. Because of all of the obstacles that can come up when you are out of town, here are some tips that might help you stay on track with your health goals!

1) Bring non-perishable nutrient dense snacks : protein bars, nuts, seeds, fruit, or low sugar protein cereal, etc. ( keeping a snack that can stay in your bag or pocket when on your flight, on the road, or walking around can help prevent overeating when you eat out)

2) Stay hydrated! Pack a water bottle or two that you can refill at the airport or drink throughout the day on the road

3) Visit a grocery store: Though this is not always available to travelers- if you have access to a grocery store, take advantage of it! What can you buy? sugar-free oatmeal packets, whole grain bread and nut or seed butter, fruit, premade salads, frozen meals, precut veggies, etc!

4)Treat yourself. We want to enjoy the food of each place we are visiting; however, eating out can pack in quite a lot of calories, fats, sugar, and salt. If you don’t have access to a grocery store, monitor your portions and try to choose nutrient dense meals when possible.

5) Stay active! Sneak some movement into your day. Whether it’s visiting museums or parks to walk around, swimming at hotel pools, taking the stairs or parking further from your destination to include more walking if you are able.

Do what you can to improve your daily exercise and diet when on the go. Every little healthy choice adds up.