Don't Drink the Water
Before flying away on your holiday, remember the golden advice about keeping away from the local water. Foreign travellers to South America, Africa, Asia and some parts of Europe need to be wary. Some places will have more dangerous water borne diseases which will possess health risks that you need to be educated about. Every big city has their own unique bacteria in the water, so it is very normal to get sick while traveling abroad. On average about one in three people will spend at least one day of their holiday in bed due to an upset stomach cause by foreign organisms attacking the bodies immune system. Within an airplane cabin, approximately 80% of the air is recycled pressurised air and can become contaminated if there are sick people on the plane. With each new country you visit, your body will get stronger at fighting off these bacteria and build up a resistance. Visit a doctor if you feel very sick and always have a good travel insurance plan.
Not Letting an Illness Ruin Your Travel
An illness can easily ruin your travel whether a vacation or business. The best you can do is work through it. One of the best antidotes for any illness is water. Dehydration will often be a side effect of a illness which in itself can lead to further problems. Drink only bottle water if your ill and drink at least three liters (quarts) a day and maybe a little more if it is very hot. That may sound like a lot of water but it easy to do. Drinking a 500 ml or 16 oz bottle of water at each meal is half of your requirement. Add another bottle mid morning, mid afternoon and one in the evening. Limit your alcohol and caffeine intake as they can increase the effects of dehydration.
The best way to recover if you fall ill abroad is to get some rest. Although you will not want to sleep your holiday away, taking some nap time will help your body feel stronger. Have a lie down after your dinner and maybe read a book on the balcony or by the pool. Indoor activities such as spa treatments or gentle exercise may help to distract your mind from the sickness. Obviously, take it easy and do not do anything to strenuous.
The Best Way To Protect Yourself
As they say, the best defence is a good offense, so try to limit some of your exposure. Prior to your trip drink plenty of fluids. The air in a plane is dry, and can cause you to dehydrate. Get a good nice sleep before your trip and control your stress. High stress and lack of sleep will lower your immune system. If the flight is long bring a sweater, the temperature in the plane can be chilly. Chilly conditions increases your risk of catching a bug. To keep something minor from slowing you down, I suggest a two day medicine chest.
If you are feeling ill then get to a pharmacy to get some remedies quick. Getting some over the counter help at the first signs of illness can stop it ruining your holiday. Carrying a travellers first aid kit is a wise idea and packing it with some hand sanitizer, Imodium, antihistamines, insect repellent, lozenges and ginger candies for motion sickness is recommended.. This small kit would only cost a few dollars to pit together and save you from having to visit a doctor abroad. few remedies can save you a lot of disappointment
When you arrive at your destination, ease into the local foods that you may see at venders, give your system a day to adapt. If you do become ill, use your best judgment on how much to do each day.
Before flying away on your holiday, remember the golden advice about keeping away from the local water. Foreign travellers to South America, Africa, Asia and some parts of Europe need to be wary. Some places will have more dangerous water borne diseases which will possess health risks that you need to be educated about. Every big city has their own unique bacteria in the water, so it is very normal to get sick while traveling abroad. On average about one in three people will spend at least one day of their holiday in bed due to an upset stomach cause by foreign organisms attacking the bodies immune system. Within an airplane cabin, approximately 80% of the air is recycled pressurised air and can become contaminated if there are sick people on the plane. With each new country you visit, your body will get stronger at fighting off these bacteria and build up a resistance. Visit a doctor if you feel very sick and always have a good travel insurance plan.
Not Letting an Illness Ruin Your Travel
An illness can easily ruin your travel whether a vacation or business. The best you can do is work through it. One of the best antidotes for any illness is water. Dehydration will often be a side effect of a illness which in itself can lead to further problems. Drink only bottle water if your ill and drink at least three liters (quarts) a day and maybe a little more if it is very hot. That may sound like a lot of water but it easy to do. Drinking a 500 ml or 16 oz bottle of water at each meal is half of your requirement. Add another bottle mid morning, mid afternoon and one in the evening. Limit your alcohol and caffeine intake as they can increase the effects of dehydration.
The best way to recover if you fall ill abroad is to get some rest. Although you will not want to sleep your holiday away, taking some nap time will help your body feel stronger. Have a lie down after your dinner and maybe read a book on the balcony or by the pool. Indoor activities such as spa treatments or gentle exercise may help to distract your mind from the sickness. Obviously, take it easy and do not do anything to strenuous.
The Best Way To Protect Yourself
As they say, the best defence is a good offense, so try to limit some of your exposure. Prior to your trip drink plenty of fluids. The air in a plane is dry, and can cause you to dehydrate. Get a good nice sleep before your trip and control your stress. High stress and lack of sleep will lower your immune system. If the flight is long bring a sweater, the temperature in the plane can be chilly. Chilly conditions increases your risk of catching a bug. To keep something minor from slowing you down, I suggest a two day medicine chest.
If you are feeling ill then get to a pharmacy to get some remedies quick. Getting some over the counter help at the first signs of illness can stop it ruining your holiday. Carrying a travellers first aid kit is a wise idea and packing it with some hand sanitizer, Imodium, antihistamines, insect repellent, lozenges and ginger candies for motion sickness is recommended.. This small kit would only cost a few dollars to pit together and save you from having to visit a doctor abroad. few remedies can save you a lot of disappointment
When you arrive at your destination, ease into the local foods that you may see at venders, give your system a day to adapt. If you do become ill, use your best judgment on how much to do each day.
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