This is one of the most common travel ailments. It is caused by consuming bacteria contaminated food or drink. This is rarely an issue at a 5-star resort as they often have use purified water and better hygiene standards and is most risky in lower rated resorts in developing countries. To reduce your risk, take probiotic supplements before and during your trip, avoid eating from street vendors, drink only bottled water, juice and canned pop, avoid ice, meat and uncooked foods.

Germs spread easily when people are in close contact on trains, ships and especially on planes. Plus, people often get run down and stressed out before they go away for vacation, trying to get work done and prepare for the trip. We can talk about how to stay germ free on planes, trains and ships, what to take to support your immune system, and what to bring with you in case you come down with a cold/flu while away. For example, you can prepare your body to fight against germs on an everyday basis by adding to your daily diet a immunity support like Immunity-FX.

A few too many cocktails combined with the lots of sun (dehydration) can bring on that undesirable hangover. How to avoid? Drink lots of water (or sports beverages) while you are having cocktails and before bed have a glass of water and banana. Take a supplement with guava leaf extract – the compounds in guava help your body process alcohol more efficiently. Go easy on the Tylenol, while it helps the headache, high amounts are hard on your liver and so is the alcohol. If you feel queasy the next day, avoid alcohol and have some ginger and lemon tea.

Leads to bloating, gas, heartburn and weight gain. Avoid this unpleasant feeling by eating smaller meals (avoid the buffets), choosing your foods wisely, taking digestive enzymes before you eat and having a cup of green tea afterward to aid digestion and support your metabolism.

When in the sun wear your hat and sunscreen with minimum SPF 30. Don’t forget your lips and ears. Even waterproof sunscreen needs to be reapplied. Bring some aloe gel with you and use it if you get sunburned. If you are sensitive to chemicals present in sunscreens look for natural sunblocks that contain zinc.