It’s finally summer! Long days, warm nights, and hopefully a bit of rest and relaxation. Whether this summer includes a staycation, a long trip abroad, or weekend getaways, we have some suggestions for ensuring healthy summer holidays after WLS.
Find Balance with Foods
Trips often mean that our food routines get a bit interrupted. We aren’t always as in control of our options depending on where we go and what we do. Eating out, having more food on the go, trying new things, etc. To help, it can be a good idea to plan ahead. What restaurants are there that have healthy options? What can I bring with me or grab at the supermarket while I’m away? Are there protein bars, powder, or other snacks that would be good to have on hand? This is not to say you can’t indulge. Just find that balance you will likely feel better and stay healthy during your summer holidays.
Include Active Activities
While relaxing activities like swaying in the hammock or lying on the beach can be nice, adding some active activities to the list is, too! Long walks through a new city. Swimming at the lake. Hikes through the woods. Biking along trails. Summer can be a good time to try new things as well. Have you been paddleboarding? Played frisbee golf? Gone rock climbing? There are so many ways to stay active in the summer whether you are near or far!
Stay Hydrated
It can be difficult to stay hydrated even with normal routines after bariatric surgery. Getting out of those routines plus adding some summer heat can make hydration even more tricky. Keep a water bottle with you, make sure to drink extra water if consuming alcohol, and eat hydrating foods (watermelon anyone?).
Take Your Bariatric Vitamins
Just because you’re taking a holiday doesn’t mean your vitamins should! One great thing about Baricol Complete is that you only need to take one product with you to get all your vitamins and minerals after bariatric surgery according to the Nordic guidelines. Haven’t tried them yet? Order a sample pack and try before you buy and help ensure your healthy summer holidays after WLS!
Choose One Healthy Thing
Lastly, committing to one healthy habit while you are on holiday can help you continue to make healthy choices throughout the day. Starting your day with a short walk, choosing a healthy breakfast, or taking your vitamins every morning can help set yourself up for a healthier rest of the day. You can also use our BariBuddy app to help you track your healthy habits!
Regardless of your plans this summer, make the most out of it by integrating your healthy habits into your adventures to create your own healthy summer holidays after WLS!
Get complete nutrition with
Baricol® Complete
Baricol Complete is a vitamins and mineral supplement created by doctors and dieticians using to the Nordic guidelines to give you all you need after WLS in one product. Choose between powder, effervescent, chewable, and tablets. Recommended by healthcare professionals.
