Question 1

i am canadian.  i am planning a trip to cuba later this year.  what shots will i require for safe &  healthy travel?

Accepted Answer

Vaccines for travel: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list

Check out this interactive website!  You can learn about which vaccines are recommended for travel to a particular area of the world.  The World Health Organization (WHO) has a similar feature, and also has information about current outbreaks of disease.  Have a great trip and safe travels.

Question 2

how can i stay healthy traveling?

Accepted Answer

Clean hands/water: Germs are passed in two main ways.  Fecal-oral and cough/inhale.  Keeping your hands clean and drinking clean safe water is key.  Stay hydrated and know where your food and water comes from.  Public transportation is a main source of airborne infection, so be aware of enclosed spaces and stay in open air space as much as possible.  Getting sleep and not overdoing activity that you are not up for.

Question 3

how to keep skin glowing and healthy while travelling?

Accepted Answer

Travel size tubes: Of sunscreen and a retinol cream.

Question 4

what to do if i'm a tourist and want to know how can i take a healthy food during travel to different countries of the world?

Accepted Answer

Travel Food Choices: Even with the best care, it is difficult to prevent traveler's diarrhea completely. Your best selections are always to eat hot food prepared on the spot, not food sitting warm for long periods. Cook or boil your vegetables and eat only smaller fruits that you cut and clean yourself. And remember to either boil your water, drink carbonated water or use a UV light pen to assure your water is clean.

Question 5

what are some healthy snacks to travel with?

Accepted Answer

Nuts, fruits: I like plain raw nuts (not roasted or salted) of type you like. Can add gluten free oatmeal like steel cut and organic (certified pesticide free from a health food store near you), dried fruits of your liking. Good clean source of protein and low carbs with no gluten.

Question 6

how can i stay safe and healthy if i'm traveling abroad for speaking engagement?

Accepted Answer

Traveling: As long as you avoid local food & stay with your company or friends and the consolate , you should be fine.  Unlike what andrew zimmern said  "if it looks good, eat it". 
Enjoy your trip & have safe one.

Question 7

is asian food healthy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any food is healthy in moderation. Rather than looking for a "label"; eat fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains; low in saturated fats; no tobacco and no more than one drink a day. It would help to exercise regularly to maintain good health.

Question 8

what is a good health ?

Accepted Answer

It's all in the mind: Good health is a general sense of well being and freedom from illness, injury or pain. Health is often defined differently by doctors and patients.  I think it entirely possible to have many illnesses and injuries yet remain "healthy." I have seen many patients who refuse to become ill or sick despite severe adversity.  Health care providers love to see patients like that!

Question 9

how can i become healthy?

Accepted Answer

Diet, exercise,happy: A healthy diet is essential for good health- the basis should be fruits & veggies. See http://www.Drfuhrman.Com/library/what-is-a-nutritarian-diet.Aspx
minimize exposure to environmental toxins.
Being happy is essential! this often involves doing work you enjoy, helping others, having good relationships & a spiritual connection. Try to reduce stress- meditation helps. 
Stay physically active.

Question 10

how can i better my health?

Accepted Answer

Below: Exercise every day,or at least 3 times a week,maintain a heathy weight eating less carbohydrates,less fried foods and more veggies and fruits,get at least 7 hours of sleep,drink more water,get a physical to check cholesterol blood pressure,etc.Practice common sense such as safe sex,wearing seat belts,etc.Get out and enjoy life-socialize because mental health is important.

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I am canadian. i am planning a trip to cuba later this year. what shots will i require for safe & healthy travel?

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How to keep skin glowing and healthy while travelling?

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What to do if i'm a tourist and want to know how can i take a healthy food during travel to different countries of the world?

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What are some healthy snacks to travel with?

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How can i stay safe and healthy if i'm traveling abroad for speaking engagement?

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