![]() ![]() I’m not a fan personally, but I know some people like them, and wow, the fibre! Plus protein too. ![]() Roasted chickpeas or edamame/soybeans.This tuna and these sardines are better, but still more than fresh fish, so pair with lower sodium foods. Not for everyone I know, but if you like them, they make a protein-rich, convenient snack. Canned tuna (snack sized) or sardines.Or for less space in your suitcase, pack a healthier microwave popcorn like this. More fibre! A (relatively) lower sodium option is preferable, like this one. (Sorry to say, rice crackers and cakes are often not whole grain.) If you have a different favourite, just check that the first ingredient is a whole grain – whole wheat, brown rice, quinoa, or rye are typical. Some of my go-to crackers are Triscuits, Crunchmaster Multigrain, and Finn Crisp. Whole grains and fibre can be in short supply when you’re on the road, so crackers can help. We like the Kirkland Signature Nut Bars, but Simply Protein Bars and Kashi bars and also good, nutritionally. See if you can find one made mostly with whole grains, nuts, or seeds, with not too much sugar (say 8g or less) and a bit of fibre and protein (say 3g or more). Many of them are more cookie than “superfood,” but some aren’t bad, and they certainly beat what you’ll find in a vending machine. For an even more convenient snack, you can’t beat bars. This one looks good on paper, although I’ve never tried it. ![]() If you do buy one pre-made, you may want to pick one relatively low in sugar and sodium. The best trail mix is homemade, because you can minimize cheap sugary fillers. Usually this is a mixture of nuts and seeds and sweet ingredients like dried fruit, chocolate chips, or other candies. (Seriously, read the labels on the ones I linked to above and you’ll see.) Unsalted is ideal, but most salted nuts and seeds aren’t bad. You can do seeds like pumpkin or sunflower if you’re allergic to nuts or just want more variety. Think almonds, walnuts, peanuts, pecans, cashews, or even mixed nuts. Take the edge off your hunger, add heart-healthy nutrients, and round out those sad free breakfasts. (Dietitian’s orders, always pack snacks!) Suitcase packable items, no cooler neededįor those trips where you can’t bring a cooler and you don’t have time to hit a grocery store upon arrival, you can still pack snacks. Lots of similar great products out there. I’ve linked below to examples of products, to make things easier for you, but as always, I have no relationship with any of these companies. (Shoutout to everyone else who has arrived at a restaurant famished and eaten twice as much as a result. With just the basics, you can supplement restaurant meals with heart health boosting foods and plan for snacks to hold you over between meals. (I shared a few tips and easy recipes for cooking in a vacation kitchen here.)īut if you’re in a bare bones hotel room with nothing but a small fridge and maybe a microwave, and you don’t want to get into messy food prep, this post is for you. ![]() If you’re fortunate enough to stay somewhere with a kitchen, it’s pretty easy. We’ve just returned from a few weeks of travelling here in Alberta, trying to stay on track with heart-healthy(ish) eating while on the go, and I have thoughts. ![]()
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