Travelling is no excuse to not eat healthy. Since the day America lined its highways with 7-Elevens and QuikTrips, packed meals are on their way out. Lauren Antonucci, R.D. of Nutrition Energy in New York City, recommends that you pick food high in protein and fibre. This’ll make you awake and alert for the trip. Bring water to ensure you’re hydrated. Here are more tips from Antonucci:
- Eat high-protein breakfast substitutes like Greek yogurt and egg white sandwiches. Don’t load up on sausages, bacon, and cheese, though. Save those for when you get to your destination; you don’t want to run the risk of an upset stomach while driving.
- Keep hydrated with low-calorie beverages. Water is best. If you need to drink coffee, skip the rich blends like cappuccino and frappes. Try plain coffee, or better yet, sparkling water.
- Pack fruits like apples, bananas, and oranges. Instead of sweets and candies, crunch on an apple. If you forget to bring them along, don’t worry. They’re usually displayed by the counter of road-side stores.
- If you can’t say no to the sweets, opt for energy or protein bars instead. Buy nuts or get a mixed bag of nuts and dried fruits. They’re a lot healthier than your average bleached crackers.
- Choose the single-serve packs and the smaller beverage bottles. If you didn’t listen to tips 1 to 4, and still managed to stash junk from the convenience store, buy the smallest pack. There’s no doubt you can finish off a 1-litre soda, or a huge bag of chips while you’re stuck in the car, so stick to the small sizes.
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