August 20th 2024.
As the summer comes to an end, festival season is in full swing with Reading and Leeds Festivals drawing in over 200,000 people this weekend. With a star-studded line-up including Blink 182, Lana Del Rey, and The Prodigy, festival-goers are sure to dance their hearts out. However, amidst all the excitement and fun, people often neglect to take care of themselves. The combination of excessive drinking, junk food, and lack of proper hydration in the hot sun can leave many feeling less than their best by the time Monday rolls around.
Are you one of those people? If so, you'll want to pay attention because a nutritionist has some tips on how to help your body recover after five days of non-stop partying. Kerry Beeson, a qualified nutritional therapist at Prep Kitchen, explains the toll that attending a festival can take on the body. She points out that the diet during a festival is often lacking in nutrients and can leave the body feeling depleted. Therefore, it's crucial to get back on track with plenty of nutrient-rich foods upon returning home.
So, what exactly should you be eating? According to Kerry, it's essential to focus on replenishing your body with fiber, healthy protein, and healthy fats with every meal or snack. This can include options like nuts, fruits, protein sources, and healthy oils. Additionally, swapping out processed carbohydrates for complex ones, such as oats, brown rice, and whole grain bread, can help balance blood sugar levels and prevent energy crashes.
But it's not just about what you eat; it's also about what you drink. Kerry recommends staying hydrated with water and green tea, as well as indulging in some dark chocolate for its high antioxidant content. Lily Keeling, a registered nutritionist for Green Chef, has a unique suggestion for speeding up recovery - pickle juice. While it may not be for everyone, pickle juice is high in sodium and potassium, making it a great way to replenish electrolytes lost during the festival. It also contains antioxidants, which are beneficial for overall health and the immune system.
However, not all beverages are created equal. Celebrity personal trainer and nutritionist, Scott Harrison, warns against drinking too much black tea or other caffeinated drinks, as they can further dehydrate you and disrupt your sleep patterns. And speaking of sleep, make sure to get plenty of it to allow your body to recover properly.
In addition to the physical recovery, it's also essential to take care of your mental well-being. Festivals can be exhausting, both physically and mentally, so it's crucial to give yourself some time to rest and recharge. Whether it's through meditation, yoga, or simply spending some time in nature, find a way to relax and reset.
So, next time you're gearing up for a festival, remember to take care of yourself during and after. Your body will thank you for it! Have you recently attended a festival? What are your go-to recovery tips? Share your thoughts below.
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