How do I keep my gut healthy while traveling?

Food, fiber, and what NOT to eat Fiber makes a great travel buddy for you and your gut while on the road. To keep your bowel movements regular, fill up on fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and beans. Of course, if you're not sure if the water is safe to drink, stick to peeled fruits and cooked veggies.



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Jet belly: (noun) the bloated state in which your stomach inflates post-flight. Also, a very unpleasant feeling. May also make you look like you're 3 months pregnant. So how does one prevent this jet belly? Well, it all depends on what you eat on the plane.

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Travellers' diarrhoea tends to happen in the first week of travel. Symptoms last on average 3 to 5 days and usually get better without you needing specific treatment.

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