Remain Healthy During Your Travels
Organizing that early spring escape? Fantasies of sunny shores, romantic meanderings along the ocean, and playful nights at neon dance clubs no doubt are part of your fantasy. But as you make those final plans for fun in the sun, keep these three things in mind so that your time at the shore will not turn into an expensive week stuck in a hotel room:
* Put On Sunscreen You're going to dislike what I'm about to tell you, I know. You probably would like to have a tan to model for everyone at your workplace once you get back from your travels. But, you can do a lot for your long and short-term health and your youthful looks, if you spend most of your time protecting yourself from the sun's damaging rays. This is especially true if you're traveling in (or near) the tropics. Pack a sunscreen of SPF 30 that offers protection from UVA and UVB rays. Cover yourself with it every two hours--more frequently if you're sweating, swimming or just splashing in the surf. When the activities allow, put on clothes to help provide even more protection. Remember though, clothing alone does not give you sufficient protection. Be aware that you must also use sunscreen even on somewhat cloudy days. The health dangers and the potential skin damage are very real. Instead of the tan, share some pictures with your envious friends at the office!
* Consume With Care Whether you are vacationing nationally or internationally, you should be careful about what you are eating. Though local street food may be cheap, interestingly native, and alluring, there may be more in it than you figured on. Dishes for sale at outside food kiosks is exposed to germs that could leave you rushing to the closest restroom for the remainder of your vacation. If you are touring abroad, it is recommended that you avoid raw salad and unpeeled or uncooked fruits and vegetables, as the very water that these uncooked items are washed with may have bacteria you're not prepared for. Here are some rules of thumb that may seem obvious but are often neglected: make sure hot food comes hot; peel all raw fruits and vegetables; and drink only bottled waterMake sure it is a new bottle and not a refill.
* Don't Get Dehydrated Even short periods in the sun will dehydrate you very quickly, particularly if your body is not accustomed to the weather at your vacation spot. Consuming At least 64 ounces of water every day won't keep you hydrated. And no, that Pina Colada that you plan to make last all day doesn’t count either. You should be consuming more than ten (8 ounce) glasses of water a day to replenish yourself while hanging out on the beach, and even more (12-15) if you plan on exercising and/or drinking anything with alcohol. A little dehydration may not seem like it would matter very much, but it can really reduce your energy. And dehydration left unchecked can lead to throbbing headaches, cramps, stomach problems, and a general feeling of being tired while significant dehydration can be deadly. Don’t let dehydration take you completely out of the action that inspired your vacation in the first place: make certain you are taking in enough water.
As you head off on your vacation, keep these important safety rules in mind. Remember to be safe, responsible, and to use your thoughtful judgment as you travel. You can leave your work and worries at home, but remember to pack your common sense.
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