Linda Rellergert, MS, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, St. Charles County, University of Missouri Extension
Summer often includes travel as families head off on vacation. Whether traveling by plane, train or car, leaving food choices to chance can mean paying a high price in terms of health as well as cash. While packing for your trip, give a few moments thought to eating well along the way so you can be prepared.
- Take it with you. By bringing along your own snacks and possibly even meals, you will be certain to have food you and your family want to eat, when you want to eat…
- Pick it up along the way. A bit of looking can reveal healthful choices at convenience stores on the road or in airports…
- Stop and stock up at a supermarket. Even small communities are likely to have a grocery store where you can pick up road food with greater variety and value than restaurants. You’ll also get a taste of local life along with your groceries…
For helpful tips on selecting healthy foods for any of the above options, see the full version of this article at http://missourifamilies.org/
