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Health & Wellness  /  September 28, 2019

Healthy Travel Tips: Cruise Edition

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Alright, friends. Blake and I are embarking on our first cruise this week. And I have to admit, I have mixed emotions about it. There is something about “living” on a boat for a week in the middle of the ocean that makes me uneasy. Probably thanks to my insane fear of whales. Yes, whales. Judge me all you want LOL. That being said, I’ve truly only ever heard raving reviews about cruises, so I’m choosing to be optimistic. More so, I’m super excited to go with my family and spend the week with them. But, before we set sail, I’m sharing all my healthy travel tips with you!

Truth be told, any kind of travel can make be taxying on your health. I’m talking about germ-filled flights, stressful travel situations, lack of hydration, poor food options, etc. These things used to stress. me. out. It made me apprehensive and nervous about traveling. But, in effort to kick fear out the door and enjoy all vacation has to offer, I’ve adopted a few habits to help me stay healthy during travel and ditch the stress. I’m sharing all the ways I’ve prepared for a healthy cruise, including specific items to pack and tips to try. 

Stay hydrated with electrolytes.

I’m bringing my travel-sized bottle of Trace Minerals electrolytes with me on the cruise. Despite long days in the sun, sugary margaritas, and endless activities, I determined to stay as hydrated as possible. Electrolytes keep you hydrated by filling your body with the necessary vitamins and minerals, like magnesium, potassium, sodium, chloride, etc. During times I’m likely to get dehydrated, ie. bouts of travel, flights, and unusual food and drink consumption, electrolytes save the day!

Bring a pack of disinfectant wipes. 

Self-explanatory. But, yes, I’m the girl on the plane who wipes down the seat, tray table, and arm rests. And when I stay in a hotel, I often wipe down the TV remote, sink handles, door knobs, and any other frequently touched places. I cannot even fathom the amount of germs on these surfaces #germaphobe. I’m not usually one to use disinfectant wipes around the house, but I believe there is a time and place for everything. Airplanes and hotel rooms just so happen to be the places I find appropriate for a little disinfection.

Prepare with sea-sick bands.

I’ve never been on a cruise, so I’m hoping sea sickness won’t be an issue. But, I’d rather be safe than sorry. As back-up, I’m bringing several sets sea-sick bands. I bought a cheap pack of 5 sets just in case we lose a pair or to share the relief if someone else needs it! 

Opt for mineral sunscreen.

I ditched conventional sunscreen last year, after reading one too many studies about the negative health effects of it’s toxic ingredients. Instead, I opt for mineral sunscreen, which uses zinc oxide as the active ingredient to protect your skin from the sun’s rays. I’m not scared of a little sun, but I’m packing plenty of mineral sunscreen for those long days in the hot sun!

Eat breakfast, daily. 

Despite eating and drinking more than normal during vacation days, you can bet I’ll eat breakfast every morning. From what I’ve heard, cruises are known for endless options of delicious food, so I will be filling my breakfast plate with eggs, breakfast sausage or bacon, plenty of greens, and possibly some fresh fruit. By filling up on a nutrient dense, protein-packed breakfast, I’ll be successfully fueling my body for the day’s activities and preventing cravings/binge-eating later in the day. 

Relax & have fun!

Stress, in any form, will always do more harm than good. Not to mention, vacation is the time to relax, unwind, and be stress-free. So, that’s exactly what I plan to do! Remember: stressing about unusual foods or germ-filled planes is anything but productive, and it’s certainly no way to ensure a healthy trip. And trust me, I’m still learning to live this one out.

With a little pre-vacation prep, these healthy travel tips can make for an enjoyable, stress-free, and healthy vacation. What are your go-to healthy travel tips?

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I've heard it said time and time again, "I was jus I've heard it said time and time again, "I was just born with a slow metabolism!" But, what if a slow metabolism has MORE to do with diet and lifestyle choices and LESS to do with genetics?! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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1. Eat a balanced breakfast within 30-60 minutes of waking up. If you're not hungry, start small and work your way up to a full meal.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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5. Don't be afraid of sugar, but stick to unrefined sources, like seasonal fruits, local + raw honey, and coconut sugar. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I'm Kelsey Nicole 👋🏼 and as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I believe...⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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• We should eat like our ancestors did⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Seasonal eating is the most nutritious and delicious way to eat⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Fat and carbs are necessary AND good⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Every person is bio-individual (so, their diets should be too)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Quality > quantity⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Our society is chronically diseased (and most of us don't know any different)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Common symptoms are NOT normal (ie. PMS, fatigue, acid reflux, bloating, rashes, acne, weight gain, infertility, insomnia, etc)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• Eating less and moving more isn't always the answer⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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When it comes to diet and lifestyle, what do you believe? Have you ever thought about it before? I encourage you to because what we believe actually dictates how we live.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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• Feel guilt and shame when eating “bad foods?”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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If so, I dare to say your diet and lifestyle are NOT serving you well! If you’re ready to honor your body and experience long term health, let me know 😉 I’d love to open your eyes to a whole new world! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The holidays might be over, but the Winter season The holidays might be over, but the Winter season is still holding strong. Lucky for us, that means we can load up on this delicious Winter Salad!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I used to think my irregular periods were cool. My I used to think my irregular periods were cool. My periods were so light and far & few between, I thought I was the lucky one.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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This is why:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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A woman’s menstrual cycle is a HUGE indicator of health (or lack of it). It’s not called “the fifth vital sign” for nothing! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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So, if your period is irregular OR comes with any type of PMS symptoms (cramps, headaches, acne, etc), it’s time to take a step back and reevaluate. And, to take it a step further... ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Can you sleep through the night without waking up? Are you able to manage your weight without excessive exercise or calorie restriction?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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If not, it’s time to assess the status of your health- specifically, yourdigestion, hormones, metabolism, etc. Why?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Because with a handful of lifestyle & diet changes, you can heal these symptoms for good and experience better sleep, skin, sex, energy, and more!!!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Sign me up for that! What about you?! 🙃 👉🏼 @nourishedbykelseynicole⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Should you take supplements?! 💊⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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*Not without professional supervision or recommendation!*⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Here’s the deal with supplements: they are SUPPLEMENTAL. Meaning, you can’t out-supplement an inflammatory diet or lifestyle. Plain and simple. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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• working with a functional practitioner ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• removing inflammatory foods from your diet⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• prioritizing hydration and sleep⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
• testing for nutrient deficiencies and underlying health issues⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Then, and only then, should you opt for supplements (in addition to diet and lifestyle changes) to aid in your healing journey!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Got it? Good 🙃⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What supplement Q’s do you have?!? 👇🏼⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Starting the New Year with a fresh batch of homema Starting the New Year with a fresh batch of homemade chili and cornbread! There’s literally nothing better on a cold Winter day.. Am I right?! 😍⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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WHY YOU DON'T NEED TO DRINK MORE WATER 🙅🏻‍ WHY YOU DON'T NEED TO DRINK MORE WATER 🙅🏻‍♀️⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Before I go any further, hear this: yes, water is essential and most of us can benefit from drinking more. But, NOT if you aren’t absorbing the water you drink!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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So, instead of drinking more water this year, focusing on actually keeping your body hydrated! And all you need is one ingredient to do so...⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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But, not just any salt: sea salt or pink Himalayan salt. Personally, I like Redmond's salt!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Here's what to do: add a sprinkle of sea salt to your water and food throughout the day for optimal hydration and electrolyte balance!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Drop your Q’s about water & hydration below! 👇🏼⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What should you eat in the New Year? 🤷🏻‍♀️⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Without a doubt, knowing WHAT to eat is the #1 area of confusion when it comes to reaching your health goals.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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👉🏼 Should you eat carbs? What about fat?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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👉🏼 Are organic fruits & veggies necessary?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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👉🏼 Is sugar bad?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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As a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I believe the answer is truly an individual one. No two people are the same, so why should their diet be?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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When working with clients, I give clear and specific recommendations on foods to eat and those to avoid. I take the guess work out of eating healthy, so that you’re body can ultimately heal and achieve your goals! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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So, if you’re confused about what to eat in the New Year, it might be time to work with someone who can give you the answers you’re looking for! 😉⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Send me a message to learn how we can work together in 2021 👉🏼 @nourishedbykelseynicole⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Christmas may have quickly come and gone, but thes Christmas may have quickly come and gone, but these Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are here to stay 🙌🏻⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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If you’ve sworn off sweets in the new year, can I ask you WHY?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What if I told you it’s possible to eat your favorite foods (yes, even dessert) while still reaching your goals and healing your body?!?!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Sugar is necessary. Carbs are necessary. Fat is necessary. If anyone tells you otherwise, WALK THE OTHER WAY.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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In the new year, stop committing to restrictive diets that deliver short term results. Instead, commit to healing your body, learning along the way, and enjoying REAL, delicious foods!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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