Whether we travel or not, our immune system must be strengthened, whether we have a trip to the interior in the next few days or in a couple of weeks, it is best to be prepared and strengthen our body and protect it from any disease, virus or bacteria that one can catch on the road.
Before and during the trip, you will be able to consider some aspects that will help your body be ready to give a good and successful battle against what could cause you some discomfort.
Healthy Diet and Good Hydration
If that trip to Chiriqui that you are planning is soon, it is good to start eating healthy and balanced beforehand. It is important to leave out those foods that are processed, as well as sugar, since these end up weakening the immune system. Instead, you should eat green leafy vegetables, healthy fats, and protein. Another important aspect is hydration, when you are at home it is easy to drink water, but when you go from one place to another you may forget to drink a little. Water is essential for good health, so it is good to make a plan to continue drinking the vital liquid, even if you are making a tour of every town in Azuero.
Get Enough Sleep
Proper rest and adequate sleep are important if the immune system is to do its job well. Before leaving on a trip, we must have good rest. Unfortunately, the hours of sleep are usually the first to be sacrificed, without being aware of the negative impact that not enough sleep has on the body. It is better to achieve a sleep schedule that goes between a minimum of seven hours and a maximum of nine.
Stay Away from Stress
If there is something that reduces stress, is going on a trip, perhaps to a place surrounded by nature at Santa Fe de Veraguas, however, stress is the worst enemy of our body at any time of year, whether we travel or not. The side effects of stress such as inflammation of the body and swelling of the adrenal glands, creates a negative impact on the immune system.
To reduce stress levels before traveling you can do meditation, exercise, breathing, massages, going to a spa, among others.
Exercise
Keep moving, exercise always helps the body, not only to keep it in shape, but also for the lymphatic system to have better circulation. A walk, a light jog, stretching. In fact, if you like to dance you can do it too and it counts as exercise. Exercising strengthens the immune system, in addition, the body will be cleaning itself of toxins.
Food Supplements
In addition to a healthy and balanced diet, the immune system can also be helped by taking supplements that will provide the necessary support. Taking vitamin C, zinc, echinacea, vitamin D helps to get stronger. This is important as you may not be able to find foods that your body needs all the time while traveling, therefore it is good to offer support.
Hygiene and Protection
Today more than ever with Covid-19 it is important to have meticulous hygiene and health care. It is vital to wash your hands thoroughly, if you are traveling, avoid touching objects such as railings, counters or more when you are in public places. Avoid touching your face, as the mucous membranes can pick up germs.
Living a healthy lifestyle will help you have and keep a strong immune system, whether you are going on a trip or not. If you are going on a trip to any beautiful part of Panama is important to start strengthening your body.
