| The best types of foods to maintain energy while walking are carbohydrates and proteins. |
Carbohydrates are easily converted to energy by your body. The best sorts of carbohydrates are fruit and vegetables, whole grains and potatoes. |
Protein is a basic unit of the human body. Good protein includes lean meats and fish, pulses, beans, nuts and seeds. |
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| Since you don't plan on being away for too long, there are some simple things you can buy or make yourself to ensure you don't get a growly tummy. |
Dried fruit and nuts, chocolate, muesli bars, sandwiches and fruit all work well. Scroggin (a mix of dried fruit, nuts and chocolate) is perfect. Make your own to ensure you have just the right amount of cashews or sultanas. |
| | In that case you'll need something a bit more substantial. Obviously you can't carry a steak with you, and a squawking chicken tied to your pack will get really annoying! | Tinned fish, pasta, commercial dehydrated food and rice or cous cous all cook quickly and taste great. | | If you intend doing a lot of long walks, buy a dehydrator and create your own masterpieces every time you have leftovers. You can do individual items like tinned tomatoes or mangoes, or dehydrate spaghetti bolognaise or stews to have a ready made meal - just add water! |
| It's important to make sure you have a variety of flavours and textures for overnight and longer walks. It's really disheartening to walk all day only to sit down to a boring bland meal that resembles baby food. |
If you put some imagination into your packing you can eat well every day you're walking, and provide yourself with all the nutrients you need. |
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Bigger snacks mean bigger slacks. Author Unknown |
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