10 Ways to Detox on Vacation

  • July 13, 2012
10 Ways to Detox on Vacation
1. Avoid jet lag by getting some shut-eye, drinking enough water, and eating a vegetarian meal on the plane. Don't forget to also pack some healthy snacks like fresh fruit and raw nuts.

2. Take along some comfort items for your trip: neck pillow, eye mask, facial wipes and toothbrush. On a long haul flight there's nothing better than freshening up. You'll feel refreshed and ready for your holiday when you arrive!

3. Pack your electric cigarette. If you're trying to quit smoking while away, The Electronic Cigarette is an easy and healthy alternative. There's no smell and it looks more sophisticated too.

4. Ditch the alcohol and diet soda: If you're vacationing in tropical surroundings, take advantage by ordering fresh-squeezed fruit and green veggie juices instead. These will hydrate your body and skin and give you natural protection against sunburn and mosquito bites.

5. Bring along health and fitness magazines to get you inspired instead of the usual celebrity gossip magazines.

6. A good book is an essential item on vacation. Skinny Bitch or Skinny Bastard are entertaining reading as well as being informative about healthy living.

7. Fill your iPod with music you love. Load upbeat workout tunes for the hotel gym, but don't forget a nice relaxing playlist to enjoy while soaking up some natural vitamin D from the sun.

8. At meal times choose vegetarian and vegan options. Many ethnic cuisines contain a variety of vegetables, legumes and whole grains that are high in fiber to help your body detox.

9. Treat yourself to rejuvenating spa treatments: they will keep your skin looking radiant and give you a fabulous glow.

10. Take some yoga or Zumba classes: whichever suits your style better. These will help oxygen circulate more completely through your system, not to mention sweating out some toxins.