Are you ready to hit the road this summer? Whether going on a long car journey or a short plane ride, it’s important to pack healthy foods to keep your energy levels up and your body nourished. Today, I’ll share some of my favorite healthy snacks to take on a road trip and an engaging story about why I always pack my food.
My family and I took a road trip to the West Coast a few summers ago. We were excited to try all the local foods and indulge in some guilty pleasure snacks. However, after a few days of greasy burgers and processed snacks, my stomach was not feeling too great. I felt bloated, sluggish, and just overall not well. That’s when I realized that I needed to take matters into my own hands and pack my food for the rest of the trip.
Since then, I always pack a big container of homemade chicken salad or tuna salad on a road trip. It’s a great source of protein that keeps me full and satisfied, and I know exactly what’s in it. I use mayo made with avocado oil rather than soy or canola oil to avoid unwanted ingredients. I usually add some fresh citrus zest and celery for a refreshing crunch. It’s easy to make, and it tastes delicious.
Next on my list of healthy snacks are sugar snap peas. They have a satisfying crunch and natural sweetness, making them a perfect snack for a long car journey. They’re low in calories, high in fiber, and loaded with vitamins and minerals. Plus, they don’t make a mess or require prep work, making them a convenient on-the-go snack.
Try grass-fed beef sticks or nitrate-free pepperoni if you want something more filling. They’re an excellent protein and healthy fats source and keep you full until your next meal. Just be sure to check the ingredients to avoid any processed meats with added sugars or fillers.
Lastly, don’t forget to hydrate! Pack an entire filtered water bottle in a stainless steel or glass container. Not only is it better for the environment, but it’s also better for your health. Plastic water bottles can release harmful chemicals into your water, leading to various health issues. So, pack your water and stay hydrated throughout your journey.
In conclusion, packing healthy snacks for a road trip is easy, convenient, and good for your overall health. By planning and packing your food, you can avoid tempting but unhealthy snacks at rest stops and gas stations. Plus, you’ll feel better and have more energy to enjoy your travels.
And now, for the promised story. I forgot to pack my snacks on one particularly memorable trip, and we ate at a fast-food restaurant. Let’s say I was not feeling my best later that day, and my family reminded me of it for the rest of the trip. Lesson learned: always pack your food on a road trip!
So pack those sugar snap peas and grass-fed beef sticks, and hit the road. Your body and your taste buds will thank you.
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Summary of Transcript:
In this YouTube video, an integrative nutritionist, Cindy Santa Ana, discusses healthy foods that can be taken on a road trip. She recommends homemade chicken salad, tuna salad, egg salad for protein, sugar snap peas, cucumbers with dip, fresh fruit, pitted olives, grass-fed beef, or turkey sticks for healthy fats. Nuts and seeds are also suggested for low-sugar options. She reminds viewers to pack a filtered water bottle in a stainless steel or glass container instead of plastic.
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Summary of Description:
Cindy offers tips for healthy eating while traveling, specifically focusing on what to pack for a road trip. These tips may also apply to air travel. For more information and consultations with Cindy, visit the Amen Clinics website. The video also provides various ways to follow Amen Clinics and Dr. Daniel Amen on social media.
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Here are Cindy’s tips for traveling. Our first topic was maintaining healthy digestion, and our second topic was what to pack to stay healthy when traveling. This week Cindy discusses what healthy foods to take on a road trip. Some of these items may work for traveling on a plane, but these are preferred for car travel. #wellnesswednesday
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