Simple Tips and Trips to Traveling Healthy
By Sisley Killam (The Pure Life Blog)
When travelling, I like to keep things simple and totally affordable while staying true to living my healthy, pure lifestyle. During a flight or long trip, I make sure to stay hydrated, pack lots of yummy snacks, stick to health-(ier) airport food, and keep my body moving. I hope you enjoy my simple tips!
Before your flight:
• HYDRATE: Water will refuel and replenish your body. Snag a coconut water once through customs for extra hydration.
• EXERCISE: Go for a quick run outside or try simple stretches and yoga poses before you leave the house.
• EAT: I suggest a nice warm cup of lemon water and a smoothie. Try to eat lots of hydrating fruits and veg such as cucumbers, watermelon, or oranges. Juicing will do nicely. My go-to superfood breakfast smoothie is:
• 1/2 banana
• 1 handful spinach
• 1 handful frozen pineapple or frozen berries
• 1 tbsp hemp seeds
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• ½ cup coconut water (optional)
• 1 tsp maca powder (optional)
• 1 tsp acai powder (optional)
At the airport:
• WHERE TO BUY:
• Find fresh salad bars in airports or vegan sushi rolls like yam/avocado or mango/cucumber on brown rice to snack on (the sushi place in the Vancouver International Departures Gates has an awesome Quinoa salad too-yum!) Stuck? Head to the nearest Starbucks and grab a few bananas and an oatmeal to-go.
On the Plane:
• WHAT TO PACK: Most fruits aren’t allowed through security (citrus & tropical fruits, avocado, tomatoes, etc.). What I pack: bananas, dried fruit, a large water bottle, superfood bars (I like ProBar and Luna Bars), and my delicious Bliss Balls.
Power Bites:
- 1 cup assorted raw nuts (cashews and pecans are my fave)
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- Blend all ingredients in food processor and roll in cacao powder and cinnamon
Peanut Butter Banana Bites:
- ½ cup dates
- ¼ cup almonds
- 1 banana
- 1 tbsp crunchy peanut butter
- 1 tsp maca powder
- Blend all ingredients in food processor and roll in cinnamon and coconut
Form into little bite-sized balls and store in fridge/freezer! Will last for about 1 week.
When You Arrive:
• EARTHING: Dig your feet into the earth (dirt, sand, grass, ocean, etc.) and ground yourself. Stick to fresh food for the rest of your day and stay away from heavier foods like bread and spices due to digestive off-balance. Remember to drink plenty of water once you land because your body will be super dehydrated from being in the plane cabin.
• ENJOY YOUR TRIP: Enjoy your trip- relax, and have fun!
Any questions, suggestions, or comments? Shoot me an email at [email protected] or leave a comment on www.thepurelife.ca
Love,
Sisley
