Travelling abroad: 3 tips for peace of mind

Travelling gives us the opportunity to explore other countries and cultures, to discover new things and to get away from our everyday comforts.

But in an unfamiliar environment often very different from our own, it's important to take care of our health and well-being.

Here are 3 tips to help you stay healthy and feel good when you travel:

1- Taking care of yourself

When we travel, we sometimes have a tendency to skip meals, eat to the point of exhaustion, and get so caught up in discoveries and sightseeing that we lose our usual rhythm. This can lead to feelings of malaise, weakness and constipation...To avoid this :

- take care to eat healthy foods, high in fibre, vitamins and minerals

- Limit fast food and other meals of uncertain origin.

- Regularly eat fruit and vegetables that you can peel (to avoid poisoning).

- Before you leave on your trip, take the time to rest a little, as long journeys can be very tiring, and you may need a few days to recover (too bad for your vacation!).

- Make the most of the outdoors, get out in the sun when you're there, as natural light will help your body clock to readjust and overcome jet lag.

2- Coping with culture shock

It is perfectly normal to feel frustrated or anxious when traveling abroad, especially if you're settling in. Different habits, customs and traditions in contrast to what you're used to at home... All this can have an impact on you, which is why it's essential that you build up your coping mechanisms and challenge yourself. Take an interest in what's going on around you, ask questions, and adapt to your new environment step by step, avoiding comparisons wherever possible.

3- Insure yourself

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