Water soluble vitamins cannot be stored in the body. So for this reason it is important to have regular consumption or intake of these vitamins to maintain the necessary level of nutrients. Vitamin B and C are two examples of water soluble vitamins. Water soluble vitamins are also easily destroyed by overcooking foods that contain them, not storing them properly or handling them wrong. For foods that contain water soluble vitamins you should always stir-fry or steam them. To get enough water soluble vitamins in your body every day you should eat as least five fractions of fruits and vegetables.
Fat soluble vitamins are easily stored in the bodies fat cells. For this reason you do not need a daily intake of these vitamins. Vitamins A, D, E and K are examples of fat soluble vitamins. For these vitamins the body will use what it needs when it needs them. In addition, these vitamins are easily used by the body since they are already in the fat cells.
In order to maintain the effectiveness of vitamins you should make sure they are stored properly. Proper storage is often making sure they are kept in a dry place at the proper temperature required for each vitamin and preferably in a container that has a screw top lid. Whenever you plan on storing vitamins you should always check the expiration date and remember these dates or check them continuously so that you will know when it is best to consume the vitamins. Consuming vitamins that are expired means the vitamins may be ineffective and at the same time they may also be harmful to your body.
If you are going out on an extensive backpacking trip then you will need to consider food. Food and water are important aspects of staying energized on a backpacking trip, so understanding the best ways to carry, prepare and pack food can really help you plan a good menu. Food can seem like a hassle, but it doesnt have to be if you know some helpful advice that can make planning your food for your backpacking trip simple.
Water Tips
To make sure water is safe to drink you should filter it or add water treatment to it. Iodine tablets are popular because they are easy to use, but they can leave the water with a weird taste. A nice solution is to add sugar-free drink mix to the water. You will still get the same benefits form the water and with no sugar you will not get the extra calories. If you need to filter water because it has debris in it you can use cheesecloth or for a makeshift filter try using a clean bandana.
Food Tips
You should try to carry food that is lightweight, durable and easy to cook. Anything canned is great. Canned tuna and chicken is a backpacking staple. They can be dressed up a number of ways with other easy to carry items. Bread can be hard to carry, so try crackers or tortillas. Make good use of instant items, like potatoes or macaroni and cheese. These cook up quick and are very lightweight. Also tried dried meats, like jerky. Zip top baggies are a good tool too. You can store almost anything in these easy to pack containers. Try to pack healthy foods that also are full of energy like granola and beans. Another idea is buying army MREs or Meals Ready to Eat. These are made to be easy to carry, easy to prepare and healthy.
When you are planning your meals for your backpacking trip you need to keep these basic tips in mind. Food and water are your main energy source and if you are not eating right and getting plenty to drink you will surely feel it.
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