Published on Aug 16, 2018 and last reviewed on Aug 17, 2022 - 1 min read
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Following are a few tips for you to be able to maintain your weight during your holiday travel.
Following are a few tips for you to be able to maintain your weight during your holiday travel.
Most importantly, have a safe and wonderful trip!
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The most important routine to be followed while traveling is to wear appropriate clothing and carry a water bottle to prevent dehydration. In addition, emergency medications like painkillers, digestion lozenges, and antibiotics can be useful. Always carry a sanitizer and practice good hygiene to stay healthy during travel.
The mandatory things to be followed before traveling:
- Check the weather forecast and pack dresses accordingly.
- Always carry refillable water bottles.
- Keep allergy and cold medications handy.
- Pack some granola bars, as they are easy-to-eat and quick snacks rich in proteins and nutrition.
- Finally, carry an umbrella or a raincoat.
Falling sick during travel may ruin the trip. Avoid overeating, drink only bottled water to prevent infections, and avoid food consumption from unhygienic places. Wash your hands regularly and carry disinfectant spray. Also, wear masks for safety and protection.
The traveler’s diarrhea is a bacterial infection. Avoid food contaminated with insects and thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables before eating them raw. Avoid ice, as it could be from unclean sources.
Individuals with previous bad experiences may have anxiety associated with travel. Also, individuals with motion sickness may feel nauseous during the trip. Other causes of anxiety include fear of heights and noise produced by aircraft.
Take probiotics as they help to maintain the essential bacteria in the gut and aid digestion. Carry multivitamins to boost the immune system and avoid infections. In addition, vitamin C and zinc supplements can be helpful.
Zinc helps to fight various bacteria and viruses. Hence it is essential to take zinc before traveling as it boosts the immune system. It also helps to heal wounds efficiently and helps with clotting.
Due to climatic changes, and varying time zones, most people fall sick after long journeys. Also, inadequate sleep and a poor immune system may contribute to the sickness. However, adequate rest can help revive the health condition and return to the daily routine.
Frequent travel for work and constant climatic changes may affect the immune system. However, traveling for a vacation tends to boost energy levels. Eating meals regularly and getting adequate sleep can help to maintain quality health.
The prevalence of a disease may vary with each country. In addition, during travel, an individual may get highly exposed to various infections specific to that region. Hence, a travel history can help with prompt diagnosis.
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