Are you traveling this summer for work? How about a vacation with family or friends? The last thing you want is to get sick or injured while on vacation. There’s nothing worse than that! You do not get the full experience. And it always feels like a waste of money.
These tips below will help you to stay healthy while traveling. Though it’s not a guarantee, it’s always best to reduce your risk as much as possible.
Stay healthy during a road trip
- Pack snacks ahead– Traveling can be unpredictable. You never know when the next rest stop or restaurant is coming. So be ready for those inevitable hunger pangs. Pack snacks that you have on hand at home. You can bring popcorn, trail mix, chips, crackers, etc. These snacks are tasty and can travel well.
- Bring water– Staying hydrated during a road trip is important. If you are dehydrated, it can cause sleepiness, headaches, and other symptoms. This could make the drive feel longer than it is. And when it comes to hydrating, nothing is better than good ol’ H20. Other drinks can be packed with sodium and other artificial sweeteners.
- Pack a first aid kit- You never know what can happen during a road trip. Having a first aid kit is beneficial. If something happens, you do not have to stop to treat the injury.
- Switch drivers often- When you are feeling tired, change drivers or rest for the night. It’s better to delay your arrival than risk getting into an accident.
Stay healthy flying
- Stay hydrated- It is important to stay hydrated while you are flying. It is easy to become dehydrated while flying because of the low humidity in the plane. Drinking water while flying can prevent illness and toxins. It’s important to try to drink eight ounces of water every hour that you are flying.
- Pack sanitary wipes/ hand sanitizer– Planes are filled with germs and bacteria. It is good to have a pack of sanitizer wipes. That way you can wipe down the seat, tray table, armrest, belt, and seat.
- Wear comfortable clothes- Wear clothing that you can easily move around in. Wearing tight clothing can cut off circulation to the body and cause
- Pick a window seat- Many prefer aisle seats because of the ease of getting up to go to the bathroom and the tiny bit of extra leg room. But when you are booking, try out the window seat. Having a window seat can decrease the chance of motion sickness.
We encourage all our members and clients to follow these tips to stay healthy while travelling.
