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Stay prepared with this Go-To Kit for Active Canadians!<\/strong><\/p>\n

By <\/strong>Wellness Expert, Kyle Buchanan<\/strong><\/p>\n

Summertime is here! And after a winter of snow, and a spring filled with showers, I think I can speak for many Canadians when I say a big, loud, YAY!<\/p>\n

Like many Canadians, I try to make the most of the long summer days, whether I\u2019m swimming, taking road trips, hiking or even just taking longer walks around my neighbourhood and soaking up the sun. Although I don\u2019t play sports (which would come as no surprise if you ever saw me try to kick a soccer ball), I do consider myself to be an active individual, and get as much physical activity as I can.<\/p>\n

We all agree it\u2019s important to get out there and have fun, but it\u2019s also important to be prepared, and support your system so you\u2019re able to enjoy summer to its fullest.<\/p>\n

As a wellness enthusiast, I\u2019m a big fan of being prepared with tool kits, a set of items and tools I can use to support my system for a variety of needs. Skincare kits, anxiety kits, digestion kits \u2013 they all have their time and place. But today I want to share the Go-To Kit I use and recommend when it comes to summertime, and all of the adventures that come along with it.<\/p>\n

So find a shady spot and settle in with a cool glass of\u00a0lemonade \u2013 here\u2019s what goes into my Summer Go-to Kit (also known as my summer backpack!). From hydration to injury, here are some support tools, ready and waiting!<\/p>\n

Best way to stay hydrated? Add a pinch of sea salt to your water! <\/strong><\/p>\n

We know hydration is important, but it\u2019s especially important when we\u2019re being active, losing water and electrolytes through our sweat1<\/sup><\/strong>. An essential part of the summer Go-To kit is, of course, a trusted reusable water bottle, but I also add one extra tool for hydration support: Himalayan sea salt!<\/p>\n

I keep a small container of Himalayan sea salt in my kit, and add a pinch to my water. The sea salt contains naturally occurring electrolytes like sodium and potassium (along with other trace minerals) that can help replenish what you lose through sweat.2<\/sup><\/strong><\/p>\n

I find it also helps give an extra energy boost! This salt hack is a wonderful tool, especially if you find you get light-headed or fatigued mid-day or after activity.<\/p>\n

Pack the right fuel for sustained energy <\/strong><\/p>\n

When we\u2019re out and about, we want to make sure that our fuel serves us \u2013 and gives us adequate, sustained energy that allows us to feel our best. I always make sure my kit includes snacks that are blood-sugar supportive, providing energy that won\u2019t crash me a few hours later. For example, if all I packed was a candy bar \u2013 that candy bar would taste great in the moment as my blood sugar quickly rises, but would subsequently have an energy-draining effect when my blood sugar quickly drops.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t to say that sugar is bad; in fact, the right sugars can be a useful tool when it comes to active days. We just want to ensure the sugars are combined with some protein and\/or fat to help slow down the rate the sugar hits our system.<\/p>\n

My ideal combo is a homemade trail mix featuring equal parts: almonds, pumpkin seeds, Brazil nuts, dark chocolate chips and my favourite summer energy fruit \u2013 dates!! Dates provide naturally occurring sugars, in addition to B-vitamins (which helps provide energy), potassium and magnesium.3<\/sup><\/strong> The combination of dates and the other nuts and seeds make for a fantastic combo that will help fuel your system!<\/p>\n

Pack some of my favourite Boiron picks <\/strong><\/p>\n

I always make sure that my go-to-kit includes Boiron\u2019s homeopathic medicines. Here are some of my favourites:<\/p>\n