Summer is at full swing!  Some of you are just about to leave to well-deserved vacation.  Lucky you!

When traveling, staying healthy and fit often becomes an issue.

As an avid world traveler and foodie, here are my top 3 tips to minimize health issues when traveling

1. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and walk as much as possible.  By exploring (even commuting to and from work) the city by foot, you can feel the city, know what’s going on, and keep fit without going to the gym or building in something special. A lot of people in Asia and Europe stay fit just by walking a lot, and not by exercising per se.

2. We tend to overeat when we travel… all these unique foods looks great, don’t they  So when going to restaurants, order a variety of dishes and share with others.  That way you can try a larger variety of foods and flavors and eat smaller amounts of each dish – resulting in better balance, higher satisfaction and lower calories.  Make sure to include lots of varieties – especially salads and vegetable dishes – not all meat! In a country like France where they have a great Plat du Jour, resist the urge to order one per person. Order one, split the appetizer and dessert, and order one extra main (or appetizer) from the regular menu.  Then you can pick anything you want, without overeating. (In case of over-indulgence both food and alcohol, Alka Seltzer works well.  Take one dosage immediately after you realized your over-indulgence, and another in the morning, if you still do not feel better.) » Read more: 3 Easy Ways to Stay Healthy and Fit While Traveling, And Maximize Your Travel Experience