Traveling is one of the most exciting things you can do, but let’s be honest, it can also be a bit overwhelming. Between packing, navigating airports, and adjusting to new time zones, it’s easy for your health to take a back seat. But don’t worry! We have got some simple Ayurvedic routines and supplements to keep you balanced and healthy before, during and after your travels, making the most of your holiday adventures!
Preparing for your Journey
Getting ready for a trip is more than just packing your bags. It’s about preparing your body and mind for the adventure ahead. Start with incorporating some gentle yoga stretches and meditation into your daily routine. This will centre your mind and reduce that pre-travel anxiety we all know too well. Also, make sure you’re catching enough Z's – a well-rested body is a resilient body.
To keep stress at bay, try Ashwagandha or Tulsi, both powerful adaptogens that help you stay calm and focused, whilst promoting a healthy response to both mental and physical stress. If sleep is disrupted, introduce our TriCalm, which includes adaptogens such as Ashwagandha, Valerian, Liquorice, and Jyotishmati, promoting deep restorative sleep.
Planning and making travel arrangements and organizing the family can be overwhelming. Taking care of Vata and your nervous system is essential before traveling. Stress can weaken your immune system, and the last thing you want is a lingering cold to dampen the holiday mood.
To boost immunity, introduce Tulsi and Guduchi a few weeks before you set off. Our Immunity kit has all the key supplements: Tulsi to tackle anxiety as well as support and strengthen the respiratory system, Guduchi to improve immunity, Sitopaladi to combat colds and flu, and our Nasya Oil to lubricate and protect against pathogens.
Staying Healthy on the Go
Now that you're on the move, staying balanced is key. First up, hydration! Drink plenty of warm water or herbal teas to keep your digestion humming along nicely. When it comes to meals, try to keep to mealtimes, go for light, easily digestible foods. As much as you can have your main meal at lunchtime, keeping dinner light. Say no to cold foods and drinks – they can throw your digestion off balance.
The best part about travelling is trying the local foods; the tastes and smells can be enticing and part of the experience. Keep some digestive supplements handy. Trikatu, Hinguwastak, Agnimantha, and Triphala can be lifesavers to keep the digestion strong, reduce indigestion and bloating, and regulate the gut. As travel disrupts our routine, constipation can be a common issue. Introduce Triphala or TriCleanse a few days before and during your travels to regulate your gut. After all, you want to fit into those holiday clothes and feel lighter and less bloated!
Whilst the excitement builds on holiday, a demanding itinerary or unfamiliar surroundings can feel overwhelming and stressful. Try and introduce a short morning routine to ground and centre yourself before you begin your day. And if things get a bit too hectic, a few minutes of pranayama (breathing exercises) can work wonders to calm your mind.
Keep formulations such as Gotukola and Brahmi, Shankhapushpi, Tulsi, and Ashwagandha handy, just in case you need the support to calm the nerves and keep a cool head. Adding these will help you stay in the moment and enjoy the sights and sounds of your new destination.
Rebalancing After your Travels
Returning from a holiday and settling back into your routine can take a while. Whilst we are happy to get home and into our familiar beds, it can be hard to focus and be productive.
Gotukola acts as a tonic for the nerves and brain cells, promoting cognitive clarity. Brahmi improves focus, concentration, learning, and memory. TriCalm helps restore disruptive sleep patterns and overcome jet lag.
Continue to take some digestive and gut supplements to bring back balance by stimulating the digestive fire, which can be weakened due to sampling foods that are not part of our daily diets. Agnimantha, Trikatu, or Hinguwastak are good options, and Triphala helps regulate the gut.
Travelling with Peace of Mind
Taking care of your health and well-being before, during, and after your travels is crucial for a truly enjoyable and fulfilling trip. By sticking to simple Ayurvedic routines and ensuring you have your Triveda Ayurvedic supplements on hand, you can maintain your energy levels and avoid any unwanted illnesses. So, as you plan your next adventure, remember to prioritize your wellness. Visit our store to stock up on authentic Ayurvedic supplements that will support you every step of the way. With your herbal allies by your side, you will can travel with ease of mind. Here's to happy, healthy travels!
