Are you looking forward to traveling to see friends and loved ones in the upcoming months? If you’re traveling during the holidays, whether it’s for work or pleasure, consider following these easy travel health tips.
Here are the top travel health tips you can use for protecting your overall wellness while on the road.
Travel Health Tips You Can Start Right Now
Healthy Nutrition
The first of our travel health tips is about healthy nutrition. Looking for a healthy snack? If you’re in an airport, on the road, or in a new area, finding your favorite healthy snacks can be challenging.
Look for whole foods (such as apples, pears, and bananas) to grab on the go. Nutritionists often suggest carrying a healthy snack from home will help you stave off a hunger attack.
Gut Health
Protect your digestion. One of the most important travel health tips to follow is that of your gut. When you’re at home, it’s easy to grab a probiotic drink, support your gut health, and power upon healthy intestinal bacteria.
While traveling, opt for probiotic pills that offer similar benefits and added convenience. You don’t need to refrigerate the pills or worry about them spilling into your purse or luggage.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water. Water is available just about everywhere you’ll be traveling. Seasoned travelers often bring a glass or stainless steel water bottle to support staying hydrated during long flights or car rides.
If you don’t have your water bottle handy, stop at a local convenience store and pick up some bottled water. Sparkling or still water will help you stay hydrated. At the same time, you’ll make a healthy choice—unlike the sugary sodas or caffeinated beverages that are lining the shelves.
Healthy Activity
Another essential travel health tip is to schedule activities and stay moving. Find ways to stay active, even if you only have a few minutes.
Just ten minutes of brisk walking will help you feel energized and refreshed during a long trip. Experiment with a few calming and energizing stretches that you can do while sitting or standing.
For instance, check out the classic yoga moves such as stretching your neck from side to side, rotating your shoulders, and relaxing your jaw. Stretching and relaxing help your body, mind, and mood stay calm during travels.
If you’re in an airport between flights, walk the corridors. Use the stairs to get in a bit of healthy movement.
If you skip taking the trams between terminals, you’ll quickly boost the amount of physical activity, see new sights, and feel happier when you arrive at your gate.
Whether you’re flying to Laguna Beach to get out of the snow, or heading to Ketchum to go cross-country skiing, you’ll be more relaxed when you get there.
The funny thing about staying active is that even a little bit helps. Plus, once you start walking, jogging, or stretching, you’ll be inspired to do more.
All these little chunks of exercise can quickly add up to help you get the recommended 150 minutes of aerobic physical activity you need in a week.