How to Stay Healthy During Summer Travel

How to Stay Healthy During Summer Travel You don’t want to spoil your summer adventures by getting sick or injured. But traveling to new locations can expose you to everything from tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease to food-borne illnesses, which can have lingering effects. To stay healthy—and have fun—as you travel…  Sleep it off: Keep a healthy sleep schedule, going to bed and waking up at about the same time every day, getting at least 7 hours of sleep a night. Use ear plugs and/or a face mask, if needed, to assure you have a dark, quiet environment. Quality sleep is essential for immune strength and overall resilience. For more info, read “[Understanding Your Sleep Cycle and Tips for Better Sleep](  Stretch’n’sweat it away: A long trip or hours of exploring in a new town or the countryside puts your body to a test. Stretching for 10 minutes morning and night, using yoga or Pilates moves, can help. So does dynamic stretching—repeatedly moving your joints and limbs through a full and gentle range of motion. There are lots of practical ideas in “[Tips to Enhance Your Stretching Routine](  As for exercise, if your holiday is spent sitting in a beach chair, make sure you plan 30 minutes a day of physical activity. That can help you fend of viral infections and increase your stamina. MY FAVORITE STRETCHES [Watch On TikTok]( [Watch On Instagram](   Wash it down the drain: When you travel, it’s important wash and/or sanitize your hands frequently. Also, use disinfectant wipes on plane trays and other surfaces. Discover the article, “[Homemade Hand Sanitizer](  Bring protection: When heading into the countryside protect yourself from ticks and mosquitos with tall socks, long pants, and DEET insect spray. For info on repellants for babies and kids, check out “[A Guide to Kid-Friendly Bug Repellents](  Supplement your immune defenses: These supplements help protect your gut biome from distress and bolster your immune system.  ·     [Vitamins C]( and [D]( help strengthen your immune system, reduce the risk of respiratory infections and tamp down inflammation that can cause gastro problems as well as sore joints and muscles. For more info, read “[What Does Vitamin C Do]( and  [Vitamin D: 6 Researched Health Benefits](.  ·     [Zinc]( has been described as the gatekeeper of your immune function. Using zinc lozenges or taking zinc syrup within 24 hours of the start of cold may help shorten its duration.  ·     [Probiotics]( boost your gut health by keeping potentially harmful microbes in check, helping strengthen immune function, and tamping down inflammation-fueling gut bacteria. For an in-depth discussion, check out “[Probiotic Benefits](  ·     [Ginger]( is a root that you can use grated, in powder form, or even pickled to help soothe nausea (What do they put in that soup?!) and support overall digestion. For more info check out, “[8 Health Benefits of Ginger](  I hope these tips make your trip a relaxing adventure that offers you the chance to explore new territory and discover just how healthy and strong you can be.   This newsletter is not a substitute for your physician’s advice and the claims have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to treat, cure or prevent any disease.  Know someone who might be interested in this newsletter? Please share it with them! First time reading? [Sign up here.]( [   Copyright © 2024 ZoCo Productions LLC, All rights reserved. You're receiving this email because you signed up for a ZoCo Productions newsletter. Our mailing address is: ZoCo Productions LLC [555 W 57th St.]( [New York, NY 10019]( [Add us to your address book]( [Click here to unsubscribe](