The holiday season is just around the corner and with the pandemic receding rapidly, travel plans are in the air. People who have been cooped up for so long in their homes are now going to be making up for lost time and start going out to different countries and travel destinations. However, our stomachs are not yet capable of coping with exotic, oriental, and other cuisines that we would eat to literally get a taste for adventure. Eating snake hearts at a roadside kiosk in Bangkok might seem very tempting, but the stomach cramps that come afterward can really spoil your day, and perhaps the whole vacation. Add to that the fact that weight gain also becomes an issue as you eat and gorge yourself on delicacies you have never eaten. However, it does not have to be this way at all. Not if you follow these tips for staying healthy while you are traveling:

Immunization is of paramount importance. 

Just because the pandemic is easing in one part of the world, doesn’t mean it will be doing the same in other parts as well. And COVID19 is not the only deadly disease around. Many people in Europe and the US have almost no immunity against diseases that have been eradicated in their countries. You may have to vaccinate yourself against illnesses that are not common in your neck of the woods but can prove to be deadly nonetheless.  

Mind your water supply

Many countries, especially in the third world, don't have access to clean drinking water. Unfortunately, filthy drinking water is one of the root causes of many extremely dangerous and life-threatening diseases all over the world. This is why you must always be sure to only drink water that is pure enough to pass inspection in your home country. Apart from that, don't randomly drink water from the taps, but get a supply of bottled water instead. You should remember that ice in your drinks, as well as juice, can also be harmful. 

Pack proactively

When you travel abroad, you should take your medicines with you. You may never know when you might need them. Every seasoned traveler should have at least a few things in their bug-out kit. These include bandages, antibiotic ointments, bug treatment sprays. 

Take the essentials with you

Water purifiers, stomach, cold and flu meds, and similar useful items are also an absolute must. You can put them all in your medicine bag with a big red cross on it so you will know just when and where to find them.  

Do not let go of your exercise routine 

While vacations are always meant for a little relaxation that certainly doesn't mean that you should stop and do away with your healthy habits. On the contrary, you can use the time spent to exercise even more. Take long night walks to soak in the sights, go hiking, climb hills and mountains. Do everything, in short, that will keep you lean, fit, and energized. 

Don’t forget to sleep

Sleep is every bit as important as any other activity. If you don’t get enough sleep, you will feel listless and tired, and jaded and won't want to enjoy the vacation with any real enthusiasm. In addition to that, you might be jet lagged. That is, your body's sleeping zone may not be able to regulate itself in the new time zone. So make sure that you sleep it all out and become comfortable with the new time zones before partying the night away. 

Take your vitamins

You should also make sure that you have created healthy eating habits that you will follow abroad as well. As a matter of fact, you should get lots of healthy vitamins while you are traveling. In this regard, you can take a few packets of sugar free gummies for your health since they will provide you with the vital nutrients you need to keep fit and healthy during your travels. 

Conclusion

If you are going to be traveling soon, make sure you take your vitamins and sugar free gummies as well as any prescription meds you may need. Drink only bottled water and get plenty of sleep. Have a safe journey!

Post written by: Lisa Mottins