Healthy and safe picnic!

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Spring has arrived and it's the perfect time for picnics in nature with family and friends. Kids love it. You will only need a few simple tips. The best options for such excursions are food, which is easily transported and does not need refrigeration to prevent spoilage. Of course, a cooler is always useful for perishable food, but also to keep your drinks, fruits and vegetables cool.

The rules of a balanced diet must be applied as always in all circumstances and at all meals. When preparing your basket you must take into account that it must contain foods from all groups.

What you can choose:

  • Sandwich:opt for wholemeal bread, which is rich in fiber, and pair it with boiled turkey, which is low in fat. To enrich it you can add cucumber or lettuce for extra fiber or any other vegetable you want, and so you have everything you need for a healthy, invigorating meal, without many calories (about 140). You can also add mustard to give a spicier note.
  • Salads: choose seasonal vegetables and prepare a rich salad, which is always rich in fiber, vitamins and energy. Combine it with croutons or barley nuts, nuts, seeds (e.g. flaxseeds, sesame, etc.), even dried fruits. A nice dressing based on olive oil and lemon or balsamic will enhance its taste. On our page you will find healthy and delicious recipes for salads.
  • Fruits: bananas, cherries, strawberries, apples are very good choices. Always prefer seasonal fruit. Fruit juices are also a good choice especially for children, rich in vitamins and refreshing. You can also get packaged juice that is very practical to transport, which should say "100% natural juice without sugar" and not "nectar" or "fruit drink" on the package.
  • Beer/wine: An ice cold beer or a glass of chilled wine is the best for such a day and a good choice as they do not contain many calories. They are rich in antioxidants useful for our body.
  • Snacks:If you intend your picnic to become... an all-day fiesta, then cereal bars will definitely be needed, especially for the kids. Other snack options are nuts (raw and unsalted), dried fruit, pastries with sesame or nuts, multi-seed breadsticks, etc. Avoid chips, shrimp, etc.

 

Give caution in foods containing cold cuts, meat, fish, seafood, dairy products or egg-based sauces such as mayonnaise. Transport them safely in a portable cooler with insulation and special ice packs. Do not leave food in the hot sun for more than 1 hour. Do not consume food that has been left out of the refrigerator for more than 4 hours. Attention, clean your hands well when you bring them into contact with food. Finally, do not re-refrigerate food that has been left out for 4 or more hours.

Don't forget hydration!

Constant exposure to the sun as well as playing will increase the need for fluids and hydration. Stock up on plenty of water. Do not choose soft drinks because they themselves cause further dehydration, while you have the feeling that they are quenching your thirst.

Finally, exercise. THE physical activity it is important for the health of adults and children and is a great way to spend time together. In nature, you have so many options. Thus, the picnic can be combined with a bike ride or a brisk walk or group ball games.

And don't forget to always keep your camping area clean.

Good, safe and healthy trips in nature!

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