10 Ways to Eat Healthy on Vacation

Many Get Fit Challenge:2009 participants are taking a well deserved vacation this winter and concerned about how they will manage the challenge and enjoy their vacation! Don't worry, here's a list of the 10 Ways to Eat Healthy on Vacation as posted by the Journal of the American Dietetic Association:
1. Resist the Urge to Splurge
don't think of eating out on vacation as a splurge. When we no longer think about eating out as a "special treat" we take away the opportunity to overindulge.

2. Have it Your Way
don't be afraid to ask for foods served to your specifications at a sit down restaurant. Asking for dressing on the side, salad instead of fries and smaller portions are common requests from healthy vacationers.

3. Enjoy the Scenery and Enjoy the Food
be active and explore your new surroundings. Use food as fuel for your activities

4. Walking is Your Secret Weapon
sightseeing can take all day and that is alot of steps. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and enjoy the exercise

5. A Treat a Day
sometimes its hard to resist the gooey treats of the region you are visting. Denying yourself is never a good thing, so go ahead and have a treat, just try to keep it to one a day if you can.

6. Make Better Choices
use your restaurant menu wisely, order dishes loaded with vegetables, fruits and natural proteins

7. Hide the Mini-Bar Key
eliminate the temptations, hide the mini-bar key. If you have a choice leave the key at the hotel desk.

8. Water is Your Friend
water helps us feel fuller and when travelling will reduce the chance of dehydration.

9. Take "Five a Day" on Vacation
try to keep up your "five a day" fruits and vegetables. It will make meals seem more filling and satisfying

10. Eat When Hungry and Stop when Comfortable!


Have a great trip!