The perfect hill station road trip can seem like a dream come true with cool breeze, plush mountains and a fun-filled journey. However, if you prefer to travel to the mountains by road, you need to be careful of a few things before starting your journey. Apart from packing the right clothes and shoes for the mountainous terrain, you should also plan your meals and avoid certain foods that can cause sickness and indigestion on your way. While eating out can be a great experience and may even be a highlight of your trip, it is important to be mindful of what you eat. To make your journey smooth, we have put together a list of food items that you must avoid while traveling to hill stations.
Here are 6 food items to avoid on road trips to hill stations:
1. Oily Foods
Greasy and oily food should be avoided while traveling to hill stations. Why? Because such foods are high in carbohydrates and fats, which make them unsuitable for your stomach and cause poor digestion. Food items like pakoras, aloo tikki, chips, fries or fried chicken should be avoided during your visit.
Avoid eating samosa or kachori. photo credit: iStock
2. Meat
Avoid meat based dishes like butter chicken, mutton rogan josh or chicken tikka masala. Meat or fish can take up to two days to fully digest because they contain complex proteins and fats that take longer for your body to break down. Opt for something light and refreshing instead.
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3. Buffet
Buffets may sound tempting, but they are not ideal when traveling through zig-zag mountain roads. Overeating can cause indigestion, bloating or gas. It is best to maintain tight control over your diet while traveling.
The buffet has a variety of food dishes. photo credit: iStock
4. Dairy Products
Dairy products can make you feel sick while traveling. Foods like milk, cheese, cream, ice cream etc can aggravate motion sickness if you are susceptible to it. Therefore, avoid drinking dairy-based products or milk, especially if you are traveling by car or bus.
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5. Carbonated Drinks
The high sugar content in carbonated or soda drinks can cause heartburn. Fizzy drinks such as colas, sodas and others can cause intestinal gas and discomfort. Remember that the journey is long, so it is best to drink water and stay hydrated.
Avoid fizzy drinks while traveling to hill stations. photo credit: iStock
6. Alcohol
Drunk driving may sound exciting to some, but it is not recommended. Consuming alcohol while traveling can make you dizzy and increase the chances of motion sickness. It is best to avoid all types of alcohol including beer, vodka, whiskey etc.
Don’t let bad food choices ruin your trip. Instead, avoid the foods listed above. However, if you are concerned about altitude sickness, consult your doctor before your trip.
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