Navigating Nutrition: Your Guide to Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits On the Go
We're all busy bees, constantly on the move! Whether it's catching a flight for work, running a marathon of errands, embarking on a road trip, attending back-to-back meetings, or spending a weekend getaway with a loved one, our schedules are packed. Amidst all this hustle and bustle, maintaining a healthy diet, particularly when we're away from the comfort of our homes, can pose a real challenge. So, how do we ensure we're nourishing our bodies adequately and upholding our healthy eating healthy eating habits while on the go? Let's delve into this and uncover the strategies to fuel ourselves effectively, no matter where our busy lives take us.
It's easy! Just remember your “QTQs”. Nope, that’s not a stock symbol for a high-tech company. “QTQ” stands for Quality, Timing and Quantity, three easy concepts to keep in mind when eating healthy on-the-go.
Quality: Aim to have the least processed foods available. The closer a food is to its natural state, the higher the quality. Healthy eating is about getting back to basics with food.
Timing: Timing is crucial if you want to adopt healthy eating on-the-go. Make sure you eat every four hours. If you’re ravenous, you’re far more likely to fall prey to the siren call of the drive-thru.
Quantity: It’s easy to mindlessly chomp on chow when you’re driving or bored at the airport. Take time to breathe and chew while you eat, so you can really feel when your body has had enough. Aim to eat to the point of feeling like you’ve refilled your energy stores, and then stop. You want to use your food to fuel you up when you’re on the run, not slow you down.
Hydration On the Go
While focusing on eating healthily, it's crucial not to overlook the importance of staying well-hydrated. Proper hydration plays a key role in maintaining our overall health and wellbeing. It aids in digestion, keeps our skin glowing, helps to regulate body temperature, and even keeps our brains functioning optimally.
On busy days, it can be easy to forget to drink enough water. To ensure you're staying hydrated, consider carrying a reusable water bottle with you. This not only serves as a constant reminder to drink water but also helps reduce single-use plastic waste, making it a win-win for your health and the environment!
Remember, the feeling of thirst is not a reliable early indicator of the need for water. Try to sip water throughout the day instead of waiting until you feel thirsty.
Also, keep in mind that all fluids count towards your daily hydration, not just water. Herbal teas and clear broths can also be good sources of hydration. However, try to limit caffeinated beverages and alcohol as these can lead to dehydration.
Staying hydrated is a simple yet effective way to ensure you're taking care of your health, even when you're on the move.
So the next time you have a whirlwind day, all you have to remember is “QTQ”. To help you pick the highest Quality travel foods, check out our list.
These Raw Fudge Balls travel well
Nuts make the perfect travel snack
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