When I have a refrigerator and microwave in my hotel room, I love to select my meals from Whole Foods. This store has a great selection of already-prepared items that are healthy and great tasting. If I’ll be working at a location for a few days, I’ll buy enough meals for each lunch and dinner. [...]
On a recent flight, I sat next to a girl who has a new way for getting fit in your hotel room. I’ll reveal this really simple and fun way with you in an upcoming article, but wanted to share with you the rest of our conversation (which also included one of the flight attendants) [...]
You know it’s important to keep your hands clean while traveling. Another area where germs tend to harbor is in the mouth. While good dental hygiene should always include daily brushing and flossing, rinsing with an antibacterial mouth wash can help keep you from becoming ill when you are subjected to a number of different [...]
This article is by guest writer Joanne “Dr Jo” Lichten, PhD. Trying to eat healthy in restaurants? Bored of grilled chicken and salad? Hate feeling deprived? Good news! You can make any meal healthier with just a few “no big deal” changes. 1. Get It Your Way. Request them not to brush your fajitas, steak, [...]
How to travel Gluten Free: After you’ve mastered your own gluten-free eating regimen, the next big hurdle may be finding restaurants that offer gluten-free options on their menus. Fortunately, since gluten-free living is becoming more common, there are resources you can turn to. One great resource for travelers is Gluten Free Travel Site which has a database [...]
How do you protect yourself from the dry air on a plane? The air is much drier than desert air, and will dehydrate your system, so here are ways to be more comfortable and fight the dryness: Drink plenty of water. Although you can request water from your flight attendants, it is a good idea to [...]
Skin soother great when traveling: Soak a clean washcloth in cold milk and place it over your face for 10 minutes. The milk will help reduce redness and calm irritated skin. The lactic acid in the milk exfoliates, so your skin will look soft and glowing.
Is there a doctor in the city? Traveling to New York, Washington DC or San Francisco and need a doctor? ZocDoc is a free service that allows patients to book doctor appointments online; helpful when you’re traveling and get sick. Check out doctor ratings, which docs take your insurance, and find specialists. Let them know [...]
If you’re going to nap on the plane, dab some super-rich night cream around your eyes and don a sleep mask. Both will help you look fresher and more relaxed when you wake.This sleep mask has sufficient room for you to blink your eyes and not smoosh your mascara: Bucky 40 Blinks Mask Ultralight Eye Mask.
Does your skin and hair feel tight or dry when you get off of a plane? The humidity on a plane is next to nothing and it can take just a 3 hour flight to sap all the moisture from your skin and hair. Fight-back strategies to stay hydrated during and after your flight: Drink [...]
