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Home » Lifestyle » Maintaining Digestive Health When Traveling

Maintaining Digestive Health When Traveling

By: Liz  /  Published: May 23, 2018  /  Updated: May 23, 2018  /   Leave a comment

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This post about maintaining digestive health when traveling has been sponsored by Viactiv. All opinions are my own.

I’m about to start a summer of travel and I’m super excited, but sometimes my digestive system rebels from the change in routine and diet so I’m always a little bit nervous about that. Anyone who has dealt with digestive upset when away from home knows it’s one of the most unpleasant experiences… ever.

Like EVER.

So what does one do to maintain a healthy digestive system when traveling? I’m glad you asked (ok, I asked for you) because I’ve been proactively trying to prevent problems. Since what I’m doing appears to be working, I thought I’d share the what’s what.

Maintaining Digestive Health When Traveling

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Eat a high fiber diet.

I know this seems obvious, but fiber is one of those things you have to work a little harder to include in your diet when you travel because many of us relax the reins and eat more processed foods, fatty foods and desserts.

Stay hydrated.

Because the humidity level of the air circulating through airplanes is so low and the oxygen is thinner, it’s very easy to become dehydrated when flying. For the best hydration, be sure to sip frequently on water throughout the flight rather than drinking it all at once.

Avoid trigger foods.

Most people have a few foods that seem to irritate the digestive system, so avoid them! As much as I love ice cream, I never eat it when I’m traveling because the risk of stomach upset is just too great.

Get moving

The initial part of traveling often involves a lot of sitting which slows the digestive process down, so when you reach your destination, be sure to get your body moving again so your digestive system doesn’t stall.

Take a probiotic-derived supplement.

It’s important to consume a diet rich in both healthy bacteria, such as a probiotic-derived supplement, and fiber, such as prebiotics. If you’re confused about probiotic-derived vs. prebiotics, you’re not alone! Probiotic-derived supplements with prebiotics provide help to fight the bad bacteria and feed the good bacteria living in our digestive tracts.

Good news; they’re both helpful to maintaining a healthy digestive system, but since traditional probiotics are sensitive to temperature and time (i.e. yogurt), they’re not as travel-friendly, so I’m opting for a supplement makes a lot more sense when traveling.

I really like Viactiv Digestive Health Chews. They’re shelf-stable so they can easily be tossed in a purse or a carry-on, and these soft chews are available in a delicious dark chocolate flavor, they’re actually fun to eat. I’ve been taking Viactiv Calcium Chews for years so I trust this brand.

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I took two individually wrapped dark chocolate (yum!) soft chews each day (at separate times) over the last two weeks when I was on the road to help promote healthy, diverse gut bacteria* and inhibit the growth of bad bacteria*. Taking Viactiv Digestive Health probiotic-derived supplements helped fight against the occasional stomach upset I usually experience. I had one night where I got a few cramps after dinner, and I was a little worried, but the pains went away and the crisis was averted.

Thanks, Viactiv Digestive Health for the #ViactivGutCheck!

Each delicious chew provides 1 gram prebiotic inulin and 10 billion cells of Lactobacillus LB Fermentate+ which work to strengthen and maintain digestive health. Plus, there’s only 1 gram of sugar per non-fat chew!

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For more information on Viactiv Digestive Health please visit https://viactiv.com/digestive-health/dark-chocolate-chews/ and join Viactiv on Facebook for giveaways and exclusive offers.

To try Viactiv Digestive Health, check your local Rite Aid or order on Amazon here.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

++Provides 1g prebiotic inulin per chew as supplement to your diet. Prebiotic effect is shown with 5g per day

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About Liz

Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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  1. Alissa Apel says

    May 30, 2018 at 3:18 pm

    Probiotics are/have been great in my life. They even help with eczema.

    Reply
  2. Scott says

    May 24, 2018 at 8:56 am

    Fortunately when we travel we usually end up walking a lot. That certainly helps keep things moving!

    Reply
  3. Nichole Arnold says

    May 23, 2018 at 11:52 pm

    I confess, I suck at swallowing pills. I love these little chews! Traveling out of the Country is such a tummy turner!

    Reply
  4. Rachel says

    May 23, 2018 at 11:37 pm

    For me it is always the junk food for days on end that mess me up. Not to mention, public bathrooms.

    Reply
  5. Claudia Krusch says

    May 23, 2018 at 11:04 pm

    I love that they are chocolate flavored! I need to check them out! I travel a lot, sometimes I need it!

    Reply
  6. Cathi says

    May 23, 2018 at 10:50 pm

    I have always loved Viactiv!
    It’s like having a treat instead of a supplement. I had no idea they made digestive health. I can’t wait to give it a go!

    Reply
  7. krystal says

    May 23, 2018 at 10:49 pm

    I like that they are chocolate flavored – it might make it easier for me to eat them!

    Reply
  8. Anne Marie says

    May 23, 2018 at 10:36 pm

    I’m going to have to look into these! What a convenient way to get your probiotics, especially in the rush and distractions of traveling.

    Reply
  9. Dawn Lopez says

    May 23, 2018 at 9:26 pm

    I was just looking at the Viactiv Digestive Health products the other day so it’s nice to find a post to read about them. I agree with traveling being so rough on the digestion in particular. I have learned to pack that water no matter what!

    Reply
  10. Cyn Gagen says

    May 23, 2018 at 9:13 pm

    This is such good advice. It’s so easy to have an upset digestive system when traveling even if only from the changes in routine. Good to know there’s some simple solutions.

    Reply
  11. Sherry says

    May 23, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    I know that when I travel I definitely slack on eating healthy. I need to implement these tips since we will be traveling more often in the near future. I’ll have to give Viactiv a try.

    Reply
  12. Connie says

    May 23, 2018 at 4:21 pm

    I have the same problem when I travel. I had no idea these existed. I will be looking in to them for sure…today.

    Reply
  13. Allison Cooper says

    May 23, 2018 at 3:00 pm

    I had no clue that Viactiv now offered a probiotic option – what a yummy way to get a healthy dose of these on a daily basis! I honestly couldn’t live without probiotics and swear by them, too.

    Reply

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