YOU CAN EAT HEALTHY ON VACATION
Going on vacation is not an excuse to stop eating healthy. With a bit of planning, you can still eat healthy and not feel deprived. Here are some tips to help you out:
- Plan your food splurges like you plan your souvenir budget.
- Make your meals part of your itinerary, slow down and enjoy the experience.
- Vacations are a special one-time deal, so go ahead and sample exotic tastes, but do it in moderation. You can still feel like you are joining in on the fun
- Save room for local delicacies later in the day and never deprive yourself of a taste.
- Eat when you are hungry and stop eating when you are comfortable.
- Pack healthy snacks or keep a list of suggestions to help make better choices (see snack ideas below).
- Don’t be shy in restaurants, ask how the food is prepared. Most restaurants are more than happy to help you make a healthy selection.
- Eat breakfast every day. Shop the night before and get a banana, whole grain cereal and milk; store it in your hotel refrigerator for a leisurely meal in the morning.
- Drink water. Drink water. Drink water. Have a bottle with you at all times and keep it filled. If traveling by car, keep a case in the trunk.
- Remember to walk – it’s your secret weapon.
So tell us what vacation spot you are going to this summer? Or any plans for camping? or a weekend trip? These will be helpful tips while doing summer fun!
Your kids watch what you eat, so if they see you eating healthy so will they.
Happy vacationing!
