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Radish Recs: Healthy Travel

December 11, 2014 Miranda Hammer

Even for the most exemplary, it is easy to get off track when traveling and use vacation as an excuse to justify indulgence after indulgence. December is a major travel month for many. I myself am off on an adventure, complete with a 10 hour flight, over 5 hours of driving, and the strong desire to have an in depth culinary experience.  To arm myself in the best possible fashion, I am stocking my bags with plenty of nourishing snacks to fortify my hunger and prevent common travel slip-ups.

When planning a vacation, I always make sure that physical exercise is an integral component.  This can be as simple as booking a hotel with a gym or making sure to map out area runs or having physical activities like hikes, bike rides, or kayaking as part of the travel experience. Additionally, I do some advance research seeking out  "crunchy" spots at my destination in order to satisfy my green juice craving and get my salad fix. 

For my travels, I am stocking up on plenty of dry goods as well as fresh durable fruit and veggies that can withstand room temperature and a few potential bumps. It is essential to include foods that help with digestion like fiber-rich fruits and nuts as well as plenty of water. Travel can also cause a beating on our immune system so optimizing vitamin C, zinc, and anti-oxidant rich foods is also essential. For my upcoming travel, we will be doing a considerable amount of hiking. Therefore, I am making extra efforts to pack nutrient-rich portable goods that provide sustained energy throughout our adventure. 

Check out what's in my travel bag. 

 

  • Apples- high in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C
  • Clementines- rich in vitamin C, small, durable, and hydrating
  • Carrots-rich in vitamins A and C; portable and perfectly tasty at room temp
  • Cashews- high in protein; the perfect snack to fill you up and prompt you to pass on the salted peanuts
  • Cucumber- hydrating and good at room temp
  • Pumpkin seeds- full of immune boosting zinc
  • Rice cakes/Crackers- full of fiber, sturdy, and filling
  • Natural Calm-Any disruption in typical eating habits or a change in time zones can throw your regularity off. To ensure a "smooth move" I pack this magnesium rich powder to mix with warm water before bed. 
  • Water bottle- optimizing hydration no mater where you go.

For the flight, I also made a meal of massaged kale salad, roasted cauliflower, pumpkin seeds, and sprouted quinoa. Packing an in-flight meal for long haul flights is essential to avoid processed and sodium heavy airplane food. A kale salad is a great option due to the greens durability. Quinoa, nuts and seeds are also great "mix-ins" due to their protein and fiber content. 

Check out my past adventures here

Custom Henry Pepper tote made by our talented friend Micah 

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Miranda Hammer,

 MS, RD, CDN

Registered Dietitian, Natural Foods Chef, Recipe Developer, Fitness Enthusiast, and Mom, with a Passion for Healthy Cooking and Balanced Living.

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