When I go on vacation I want to be able to enjoy my time to its fullest. This means taking some simple precautions to make sure jet lag is minimal, my energy is abundant, I don’t catch any foreign bugs, and I return home in better health than when I left.

It is estimated that about 30-70% of travellers get some form of travellers diarrhea. ¹ And people who are careful not to consume fresh fruits or vegetables, and who make sure everything is cooked and peeled, can also get sick.

In today’s video I discuss the six supplements I never leave home without when travelling to foreign countries.

The 6 Essential Supplements for Travel:

(Note: consult a qualified health care practitioner to determine the right supplements and dosage for your unique biochemistry.)

1. Adaptogens

• Elixir: a great drink to have while travelling with an adaptogenic effect
• Ortho Adapt by AOR (Vegan version)
• ADR Formula by Pure Encapsulations (only available in US)

2. Melatonin

• Between 1-3mg of melatonin. Choose a brand that delivers the melatonin as a tablet that dissolves under the tongue.

3. Probiotics

• Probiotic Replete 
• Saccharomyces Boulardii (More info here)

4. Anti-microbials

• ADP by Biotics
• Anti-MFP by Douglas Labs
• Oregano oil

5. Activated Charcoal

• Activated Charcoal by SWISS

6. Indole-3-Carbinol

• Indole-3-Carbinol by Pure Encapsulations

I have given these recommendations to many people and I have had feedback ranging from “the activated charcoal saved my life” to “everyone got sick but me”.

Remember, an ounce of prevention equals a pound of cure.

Safe travels!

– Josh