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Whether you’re traveling for business, pleasure, or both, careful planning is essential, from what you take in your carry-on luggage or how you maximize the space in your checked baggage to how many shoes you need to bring. You need to pack what you’ll need to survive a few days away from home.
And if you prioritize your health and nutrition, that’s going to mean packing the vitamins and supplements that are in your routine, plus possibly a few additions (more on that in a bit).
If you’re tempted to leave them at home, we’d argue that a vacation or business trip is the worst possible time to lapse from your routine. Travel is about memory-making adventures and discovering new places, which means you’ll eat differently or enter time zones that may tip your sleep schedule off balance. The right supplements can help you adapt, promoting digestion, immune health, restful sleep, muscle recovery and more.
The only catch? How to pack them. Different government agencies have varying policies for traveling with supplements, plus you want to ensure they arrive undamaged by heat or the weight of the other items you’ve put in your suitcases.
Not to worry. Here are some ideas from Life Extension to help you pack vitamins and stay on track to support your health and well-being while you’re away from home.
Yes. On planes, trains or automobiles, vitamins can make the trip with you. Of course, how you pack will vary depending on what type of trip you’re embarking on. For example, if a road trip is in your future, you can organize and store your supplements in a way that makes them easy to find. On the other hand, if you’re traveling by air, the rules change. Pro tip: Always check the supplement bottle for any special storage instructions.
Why do the rules change when you travel by air? Because when you go through security screening, you must follow the guidelines set by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The TSA recommends clearly labeling your supplements to keep things moving steadily and speedily through airport security.
When you bring vitamins onto your flight, remember that you are responsible for handling, displaying, and repacking your supplements when or if screening is required. And all final decisions are up to the discretion of the TSA checkpoint officer. It’s always a good idea to check the laws in your area and where you’re heading to before flying.
It depends. If your supplements are in solid form (think capsules, tablets, or gummies) you can pack as many as you want, and they don’t have to be in their original containers.
Thinking about bringing liquid vitamins? You’ll want to keep them in their original containers. There’s a volume limit of 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters, and the supplements must be packed in your checked luggage in a clear quart-sized Ziploc bag. Thankfully, many liquid vitamins you may consider (vitamin D, for example) are often sold in increments of 30 milliliters.
Herbal supplements like ashwagandha are not considered different from other vitamins and dietary supplements, so the same rules around solid, liquid, and powdered forms apply.
But while you may not need to keep your supplements in their original containers, it will make things easier for everyone if you keep all your supplements clearly labeled. (That way you won’t accidentally swap your morning multivitamin with your evening melatonin … oops.)
Are powder supplements part of your nutritional routine? You’re not alone. We love a good whey, collagen, or super greens scoop to enhance smoothies, but the bulk-size plastic jugs they come in are not exactly conducive to travel.
The good news? There are no restrictions on powders when flying between U.S. airports. Keep in mind that powders over 12 ounces (350 milliliters), must be placed in a separate bin during the checkpoint screening process and might mean additional screening or opening. To skip this step and make things easier, TSA recommends placing powder over 12 ounces in your checked bag. Either way, be sure to place it in a plastic bag to prevent spillage or make it easy to place into its own bin during checkpoint screening.
Ready to pack your supplements like a pro? Here’s a cheat sheet for your next trip.
And check. Your travel cheat list is set. You’re ready to travel and enjoy the world with your must-have supplements by your side.
This story was produced by Life Extension and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
Originally published on lifeextension.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.
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