NUTRITION AUTHOR
Meagan Germaine
HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY CHOICES WHILE TRAVELING n It’s tough to say no to extra parm — we get it. Here are a few ways to indulge while also keeping calories in check.
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ong flights, longer road trips, fast food, eating out — the epitome of travel. Sitting in an airplane or car for extended periods of time, we often reach for something quick and satisfying to chomp down. Our activity levels are at their lowest, and indulging is at its highest. We know there are consequences, but there don’t have to be. Making healthy choices while traveling can have you feeling better throughout your journey. The most important thing to remember while traveling is to stay
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hydrated. Drinking enough water is highly important to your health, and it can prevent dehydration, mood swings, overheating, overeating and unclear thinking. Drinking water also increases energy and relieves fatigue, promotes weight loss, flushes out toxins and improves skin complexion. It is recommended that you should be drinking between a half ounce and an ounce of water per pound you weigh every day. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, that would be 75-150 ounces of water per day. Try bringing a reusable water bottle to make sure you keep
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drinking water throughout the day. Most airports now offer water fill stations, which also aid in limiting the amount of plastic bottles we put into the environment. Not to mention bringing along your own bottle saves you money. Another great way to save money and, more importantly, stay healthier on vacation is to bring along your own snacks or food. One of the greatest contributing factors to poor health on vacation is eating out — more specifically, making unhealthy choices while eating out. Some great snack options to bring along with you are fresh
