So you’ve arrived at your destination, now what… It’s so easy (and tempting) to eat poorly on vacation. While it’s okay to treat yourself, balance is important. You want to eat foods that will also boost your energy (and avoid any *ahem* digestive disturbances). Jo suggests aiming to eat six small meals per day. She is a fan of trying the local specialty and eating foods that are in season. Kate advises to steer clear of words on the menu such as “fried, battered, buttered and creamed” instead look for “steamed, poached, boiled, roasted and sautéed”. Also try to avoid sugary, salty and processed food. Below are some great examples of superfoods to remember when grocery shopping or dining out.
Healthy eating choices near the Club locations BLUE MOUNTAIN Pure Food Bar (Collingwood) www.purefoodbar.com
Tholos www.tholos.ca
Oliver & Bonacini www.oliverbonacini.com
WHISTLER Ingrids Café www.ingridswhistler.com
Gone Village Eatery www.gonevillageeatery.com
Creek Bread www.creekbread.com
Portobello www.fairmont.com/whistler/dining/ portobellomarketfreshbakery
Ciao Thyme www.ciaothymebistro.com
VANCOUVER
SWEET POTATO/YAMS – An excellent starch, filled with fiber, potassium,
Nuba www.nuba.ca
vitamin A, B6, C and E. Great for your blood
Tractor
pressure and metabolism, they also prevent
www.tractorfoods.com
disease and make your complexion and hair look great.
AVOCADO – High in fiber and monosaturated fat (which steadies blood sugar) and filled with antioxidants that fight disease and oleic acid which lowers cholesterol.
ORGANIC COCONUT OIL – A great alternative to olive oil. Benefits include healthier skin and hair, lower cholesterol levels, weight loss, proper digestion and increased immunity.
NUT BUTTERS
(cashew, almond, or unsalted natural peanut butter) – Buy travel pack sizes to carry with you wherever you go. They’re much healthier than regular sugar-loaded peanut butter. Spread on an
SMOOTHIES WITH PROTEIN POWDER – A great way to apple for a snack.
start your day. Also a good option for a postworkout or midday snack!
Heirloom www.heirloomrestaurant.ca
Organic Lives www.organiclives.org
Café by Tao (North Vancouver) www.taoorganics.com
PALM DESERT Le Basil www.lebasilrestaurant.com
Harvest Health Foods/ Luscious Lorraines www.lusciouslorraines.com
Native Foods www.nativefoods.com
Palm Greens Café www.palmgreenscafe.com
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