The need to prioritize your holistic well-being is of paramount importance in view of the soaring and record-shattering high temperatures this year. With the #HealthySummerWithActivLiving campaign, we urge you to adhere to a balanced diet, focus on your fitness, and be of sound mind to lead a healthy lifestyle.

While summers and hot sultry days are hovering over us, travelling and taking a trip with your family or friends is possibly the best getaway with nutritious homemade foods.

What you need to know:

7 homemade food you can carry while travelling in summers

Instead of resorting to street food and fast food, make a conscious choice to travel with healthy food. Since most of the food has a shorter shelf life in summers as they can quickly perish, carry nutritious homemade food, which you can easily consume while travelling.

7 homemade food you can carry while travelling in summer

Popcorn – Popcorn is a nutritious and excellent snack choice while travelling. There is no hassle or fuss in carrying popcorn. Besides, these are a healthy option against oily chips.
Chikki – Chikkis make for a filling and detoxifying snack while travelling long distances. The sweet and crispy Rajgira chikki is a crunchy treat. It is made from jaggery, seeds of amarnath (pseudo-grain), and the nutty taste of cashews. A hint of cardamom increases its sweetness. Peanut jaggery chikki is a great choice of food for people with high cholesterol. In addition, monosaturated fatty acids present in chikki prevent coronary and artery diseases and strokes.

Trail mix and nuts – This is a flavorful snack that you can customize according to your preferences. It includes granola, dried fruit, walnuts, almonds, flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, and chocolate seeds. Sometimes it may also contain cereal or candy along with seasonings like garlic powder, thyme, paprika, and cinnamon. Nuts and seeds are high-protein ingredients that increase the feeling of fullness, thus, reducing appetite.
Makhana – Also known as fox nuts or lotus seeds, makhanas are a powerhouse of nutrients. It is loaded with calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and iron. It may help in protecting the body against chronic diseases like cancer, heart diseases, and type 2 diabetes. Makhana is a dream snack for people with diabetes.
Vegetable sandwiches – Sandwiches made in brown bread with vegetables such as carrots, cucumber, capsicum, onions, American corn and tomatoes, with a slice of cheese, can also be the perfect snack for your travel. Grilled sandwiches containing cottage cheese and cabbage are other healthy food options.

Multi-grain khakhra – Khakhras as a delectable Indian snack is crispy, crunchy and has low calories since it is baked and not fried. This finger food contains all essential minerals and vitamins. A khakhra has a significant amount of soluble fiber. Khakhras made of bajra (millet) are high in protein, which helps reduce cholesterol levels.
Fruits – Fruits like apples are easily portable without getting spoilt. Be wary of purchasing sliced fruits from outside because the pieces might be exposed, not stored correctly, or contaminated. Fruits are light, you can digest them quickly, and they can refuel you if you are on a long journey. You can even carry a fruit bowl from home.

Next time you travel, don’t forget to carry these healthy snacks you can munch on for days. These homemade food items are better than buying food or resorting to fried and sugary food, like chips.

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