Food for the road is not always an easy choice. Due to motion sickness and other travel issues, it is always recommended to travel with a light meal.
Traveling is about collecting experiences and anecdotes of a lifetime. Whether it’s exploring destinations, trying a new cuisine, or some stories that took shape while traveling. Speaking of travel, packing and all this takes up a lot of our time, and with packing the question arises: what food should we take on the road? Many people feel sick while traveling. And it’s generally recommended to eat light along the way to keep any digestive issues at bay. Especially for road trips and of course snacking and chewing is also one of the best parts of those long drives. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra shared on her Instagram that it’s very important to stick to healthy snacks, especially when traveling, as they will also help you resist the urge to buy something unhealthy.
So if you have travel plans with your friends and family, here are some healthy options.
- Roasted Makhana or Fox Nuts: Grilled makhanas are a classic snack for anyone looking for a quick bite to eat on the go. Makhanas can keep you full longer; thanks to the presence of sufficient amounts of protein. Protein helps prevent you from overeating and cravings.
- Roasted Chickpeas: Roasted chickpeas are some of the nutritious options that can never go wrong. Chickpeas are very nutritious, providing protein, fiber, magnesium, folate, and zinc.
- Fruit: Fruits are the perfect companions during a long journey. They are not only highly nutritious but also easy to transport. During road trips, eating high-fiber and hydrating foods, such as fruit, can keep bowel movements regular and help prevent constipation caused by inactivity.
- Amaranth Chikki: Sweet Indian snacks like amaranth chikki deserve to have a place on your snack list while on the go. They are high in protein and fiber, which stimulates hunger and decreases appetite and calorie intake.
- Buttermilk: Forget sugary drinks and opt for buttermilk. Buttermilk is a great snack on the go. It is high in protein and calcium, good for digestion of food. The mix of spices, like cumin, makes it even better. So instead of reaching for sodas or sugary drinks, opt for buttermilk.
- Vegetables With Dip: Yes, you read that right. How about chopping up some veggies like broccoli, red and yellow bell peppers, and all the other veggies along with a dip? If you want, maybe skip the veggies and have hummus or some (healthy) dip to eat in between. This will not only be nutritious, but with the vitamin, protein, and mineral content in the vegetables, it will help reduce cravings and keep you full longer.
- hello sandwiches: A common travel snack, a sandwich can be customized. To keep it light and healthy, eat whole wheat bread and make a vegetable sandwich.
All of these are easy-to-make snacks that have good nutritional value, can keep you full longer, and help reduce the risk of GI or digestive problems.
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