Face it - when you travel for business, you like to take advantage of a nice meal or two...or three...sometimes all in one day. And when lunch or dinner is on someone else's dime (which, granted, is increasingly rare these days), don't you sometimes order an extra drink or dessert? You may think you are treating yourself, but you are actually treating yourself badly.
Due to various food allergies, Jane is extremely fastidious about what she eats and drinks while traveling. After all, she wants to be at her best on the road, whether her business is business or sightseeing. So, Jane tends to eat high-protein, low-fat items, eschewing bread, desserts and alcohol. What Jane has discovered is that the result of this uber-healthy road regimen is a major uptake in energy. Generally, she needs less sleep while traveling, while maintaining a constant chipper mood. Yes, part of the energy boost comes from Jane's love of travel. But she is convinced that her diet plays the greatest role in making her the Energizer Bunny of travelers.
Now, Jane doesn't expect you to give up your croissants when traveling in
Start with drinking. Don't, if said drink includes sugar or alcohol. Alcohol can be a depressant and it can wreak havoc with sleep patterns. If you use alcohol to lull you to sleep, realize that there may be repercussions later on. Meantime, sugar-laden sodas (and sometimes juices) can appear to provide an instant energy boost. But the sudden rise in blood sugar will quickly be followed by a plummet that leaves you feeling like a giant slug.
Instead of cocktails and soda, drink water....lots of it. Especially when flying, or traveling at higher altitudes, the body quickly becomes dehydrated. Keeping yourself waterlogged will assist in maintaining a "glass half-full" demeanor.
Speaking of high altitudes, if you are a flatlander traveling to
Don't rely on airport concessionaires and the local convenience stores for snacks. Not only are the items you find at said outlets expensive, but they are often unhealthy as well. Before you leave on your next business trip, stock up on healthy protein bars (those with low sugar and low fat) and goodies like nuts and fruit.
Finally, eat a solid breakfast. Studies have shown that a good breakfast quells hunger as the day progresses. Furthermore, filling up on high-protein, low-fat goodies such as eggs, oatmeal or yogurt as opposed to doughnuts or sugar-laden cereals will help you to start your day.
