Traveling for the Holidays
It’s that time of year again! Our favorite time of year–filled with family, good food, and lots of cheer. If you are one of the many millions of people traveling this holiday season, there are a few nutrition-related tidbits to keep in mind!
Healthy snacking
When traveling by car or train, pack healthy snacks for you and your family. Good choices include:
- fresh fruit (apples, pears, bananas, and grapes/berries are good choices because you are left with little waste and little mess)
- high fiber/whole wheat crackers
- sandwiches (think peanut butter and jelly or low fat deli meat or tofurkey on whole grain bread)
- fresh vegetables (carrots, celery sticks, pepper or cucumber slices to name a few)
- high fiber/whole grain granola bars or cereals
- water, low calorie beverages (flavored water, Crystal Light (R), diet soda/pop, etc).
Forgo the chips, candy, and regular soda at the gas station stops, and you will save money, calories and potentially time!
When traveling by plane
- If traveling within the country, pack less-perishable fruit (apples, oranges, grapes, etc) in your carry-on luggage. If traveling outside of the country, buy fresh fruit once you get through security.
- Buy a deli sandwich on whole grain bread and hold the mayo/dressings.
- Buy a field greens salad and ask for dressing on the side (or hold the dressing).
- Ask for water, unsweetened tea, or diet soda on the plane.
Exercise
When traveling by car, take advantage of rest stops for more than just a trip to the restroom. Get out, stretch your legs, do some stretches or even take the family for a short walk around the rest stop. The fresh air, exercise, and time away from the monotony of driving will do all of you good!
When traveling by train or plane, walk the terminal prior to your flight or trip. I like to get to the terminal early and do laps around the terminal. If you train ride or flight is long, walk the length of the train car/plane as able to get some exercise.
Although most of us are more lax with healthy eating and exercise during the holidays, it can still be a time to fuel your body properly! Happy travels!
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When traveling I always have sandwiches and high fiber crackers… they are really good for our health — I don’t let myself be tempted to sweet foods (high carbs & fatty)
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