Eating Well On The Go - Part 2

When we travel, we usually aren't lucky enough to end up staying somewhere with a stove and a fridge.  Most of us end up in hotels with few of the conveniences of home available to us.  How do you eat well if you are living in a hotel?  Well, it's not easy, but here are a few tips that may help.

First, try to stay in a hotel that has a kitchenette.  At the very least, try for one with a mini-fridge, and ask the hotel staff to have it cleared of any beverages and snacks.  You can then use the mini-fridge to store your own food.

Second, make friends with the coffee maker.  Seriously.  Your coffee maker is capable of SO much more than making steaming cups of java.  Think oatmeal, soup, steamed vegetables, and even a grilled cheese.  Google coffee maker cooking.  You're welcome.

Third, find the nearest grocery store with a solid salad bar and prepared foods section.  This will be a lifesaver if you don't have access to a mini-fridge.  Stick with lean protein, veggies, and rice.  It may not be exciting, but it will keep you on track.

Finally, avoid room service unless you are ordering a salad with the dressing on the side.  Room service food is usually rich and comfort food based, which means it is probably going to break the calorie bank.

Use these tips and you can sleep better, even in a hotel bed, knowing you are one step closer to your goals.