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We all need a little pick up now and then when we travel. It doesn’t matter to your stomach if you’re hiking a mountain trail or stuck in traffic on the way to the beach, it just knows it wants something. There are a variety of easy snacks that you can take along with you that do not need refrigeration and can be quickly tossed in a bag or purse.

I try to shy away from foods like chips and crackers since they are generally unhealthy and I find that they don’t really do the trick for me. I am a big fan of dried fruit since it is concentrated in flavor and keeps in any situation. My personal favorite is apricots because they tend to be a bit tough and it gives me something to chew. I like to add toasted almonds to my fruit for a quick hit of protein and fats to give my body the full spectrum of offerings so that I’m sure I’m getting what my body needs.

We all have our preferences, but try to bring at least something with you when you travel. Sometimes something as simple as a granola bar is all you need to keep yourself from stopping at the fast food restaurant you see in the distance.