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S sonal high ghts: BALANCED EATING ON VACATION
You work hard all year, and then when vacation or fried options, pack satisfying options. SPLIT THE DISHES
fi nally arrives, it is natural to want to relax. Pair fruit or plain popcorn with protein- or Sharing meals allows you to taste a variety
Time away is good for the body and soul. fi ber-rich foods like a peanut butter and jelly of foods without overdoing portions. In
With that often comes a change in routine and sandwich or a mix of nuts and dried fruit. many cultures, eating “family style” is
a shift in your usual eating patterns. These options can help keep your energy common and adds to the experience.
steady for sightseeing and walking tours.
One of the best parts of traveling is breaking IMMERSE YOURSELF
free from the everyday schedule. Most of the BRING A REUSABLE BOTTLE If you enjoy cooking, consider taking
year, you may focus on eating vegetables, Fill a water bottle before leaving your hotel. a local cooking class. You will learn how
fruits, and whole grains to meet your needs Staying hydrated supports energy and helps to prepare regional dishes, explore their
for vitamins, fi ber, and other key nutrients. curb the urge to reach for sugary drinks. history, and create meaningful memories
Room service menus, museum cafés, cruise HEALTHY DELIVERIES around food. You may even bring home a

ship bu ets, and Michelin-starred restaurants new skill to use in your own kitchen.

can o er more indulgent o erings than your Many hotel rooms have mini refrigerators. In

at-home staples. many areas, you can have groceries delivered With a little intention, vacations can be
to your room. Keeping yogurt, fresh fruit, fun, delicious, and balanced.
Enjoy your culinary adventures. Do not or pre-cut vegetables on hand can help you
skip local specialties or unique experiences. make balanced choices between meals. Source:
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these simple steps to stay balanced: SIDE DISH SAVIORS grilled-pizza-recipe.html
Restaurants often o er fl avorful vegetable
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p duce pick: CUCUMBERS
Cucumbers contain numerous health with hummus or tzatziki, layer well in
benefi ts, including vitamins that support sandwiches, or even bring a cool contrast
bone health, reduce infl ammation, and when added to kimchi.
encourage glowing skin. With their 95% Cucumbers are in season from May through
water content, they are the perfect snack for August. Look for their distinctive shape and
a hot summer day. In addition, some studies deep green color. When ripe, they should
suggest cucumbers contain compounds that be fi rm and medium-sized. Avoid any with
may support overall wellness. Talk about a noticeable dents or wrinkled skin. Store
well-rounded, literally, veggie!
cucumbers in the refrigerator for a week and
Not only are cucumbers nutritionally dense, use within a week for best quality.
but as we head into summertime, their high- Whether you're adding a refreshing touch
water content makes them especially helpful for to your glass of water or making homemade
hydration. Proper hydration supports energy pickles, you can be cool as a cucumber all
levels, digestion, and temperature regulation, summer long!
which is important after a workout, a day in Source:
the sun, or anytime your body is craving extra

fluids. Their natural electrolytes and refreshing https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/
crunch make them an easy way to nourish and articles/283006#nutrition
rehydrate at the same time. https://www.positivelyprobiotic.com/the-
bacteria-blog/cucumber-an-origin-story
Enjoy cucumbers on their own for a crisp
bite, or add them to salads. They pair nicely