There are many different foods that you should be eating before, during and after a hike. For example, trail mix is one of the best foods to eat while on a hike because it is portable and can give you an extra energy boost. You also want to make sure that you bring a water bottle with you on your hike so that you can stay hydrated. Finally, try to bring a combination of protein and carbs in your backpack.
Key Takeaways:
- People who hike are much less likely to be obese and less likely to have a lifestyle-induced illness.
- Make sure to follow the Leave No Trace behind when eating during a hike. Plan ahead and dispose of waste properly. Leave what you find and manage your campfires.
- Consider your needs while hiking, will you be gone overnight, can you plan easy meals, use a hydration pack rather than plastic bottled water?
“But in the last third of the 20th century, the big question was, who invented trail mix?”
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