Staying fit when on the go!

Eating healthy food while travelling can be a big headache, especially on freeways, since all you get there is fast food- burgers, hot dogs, soda and chips. It’s okay to have junk food once in a while during travelling, after all it’s a holiday and you’re supposed to have fun, right?! But eating only junk food throughout the travel can leave you feel bloated, fatigued and may also cause stomach ache. However, with some effort and perseverance, a healthy diet on the go is not that difficult. Here are some easy and smart ways for a healthy travel!

A healthy start – Breakfast is considered as the most important meal of the day, so start your travel with a healthy breakfast.

• Instead of pancakes, opt for an omelet stuffed with vegetables along with a wheat bread toast.
• Low-fat milk with whole grain cereal can give you a good start.
• Hard boiled eggs and yogurt provide rich proteins.
• For the sweet tooth, go for a bran muffin instead of sugar filled muffins or sweet-rolls.
• Oatmeal along with fresh fruits is another good option.

Munching in car – For long road trips, it’s better to have a good stock of healthy snacks in your car. Carry a cooler with ice packs for keeping the beverages and snacks cool.

• Baked whole grain crackers are a healthier option than greasy chips.
• Carry fresh fruits and veggies like carrot, cucumber, beetroots in the cooler.
• Nuts like almonds, walnuts, cashews and granola bars are also healthy options, perfect for travelling.
• Whole grain bread sandwiches with lean meats can also be kept in the cooler.

Eating in restaurants – While traveling, always try to stop at full-service restaurants rather than fast-food restaurants. Full-service restaurants give you far healthier choices than fast-food restaurants.

• Soup and salads are the perfect choice for a healthy meal.
• Choose steamed vegetables, fish and grilled or baked chicken instead of anything fried.
• Try to skip dessert and go for a bowl of fruit.
• Fruit juices are a far healthier alternative than any soda, even diet soda.

Also remember to carry your vitamin and mineral supplements. Eating healthy food in your travel can make your trip a lot better and more enjoyable.