This New Year's eve, travel with care

Gleaming streets, an aura of festivity, decorated trees, delectable desserts and more remind you that Christmas is here. But adding more to the feeling of festivity is the holidays we get! And travelling tops a lot of our lists. Be it touring to the breathtaking ghaat sections or mysterious forests, there are quite a number of things that one must keep in mind when you pack your bags.

Whether you are going by bus or trekking, symptoms like nausea, headache, loss of appetite, coughing, breathlessness are some of the most common problems people are liable to suffer from while on the move. So, how one can overcome all this and yet, have a peaceful trip?

DNA talks to the director of Wellness ChiHealth, Sheela Krishnaswamy, who shares some tips on how to beat the travel stress...

Be it travelling to higher altitude or otherwise, one must always eat lightly before setting out. Snacks or something non-greasy are good options

Always carry fluids like water and fruit juices. In case you’re travelling to a remote location, they always come in handy. I would also recommend lime juice. Since it contains citrus, it helps prevent nausea

It is advisable to carry dry snacks. Whenever you are hungry, pick up wheat crackers or even Marie biscuits

One must also avoid oily and fatty food. Always carry the right food, which has plenty of carbohydrates. A short meal is preferred instead of three large meals

Carrying fruits is also important. A fruit like banana or orange that is easy to peal is what I would suggest. These work best for hygiene purposes also.