Staying healthy while you travel is a serious concern! Changes in your environment, water and food can have detrimental effects on your health is you’re not careful. This section of Colorado Outing Magazine will provide suggestions on ways to stay healthy while visiting Colorado. Do all you can to make sure your next Colorado outing is a healthy and happy one!
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When visiting areas in Colorado 8,000 ft. or higher, about 25% of vacationers may experience high altitude effects. For those not accustomed to high altitude, extended exposure may increase your chances of acquiring altitude sickness. Learn More..» |
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If you’ve ever traveled to a foreign country – likely you have heard the warning: “Don’t drink the water!”. That is good advice for the sake of your intestinal health. However, you don’t have to be in Mexico or any other foreign country to benefit from that wisdom because the same applies if you are camping in the mountains. A beautiful babbling brook looks very refreshing and inviting, but can be deadly if you don’t know what’s in the water…. Read More..» |
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People usually wear clothing which suits the activities they’re involved in. Scuba diving requires specialized gear to make it safe and fun, and so does motorcycle riding and rock climbing and other specific sports. Camping, hiking and mountain biking also require some protective and comfortable clothing which will make your time in the Colorado mountains more enjoyable. Colorado natives talk about “layering” and “wicking away moisture”. Find out why … Learn More..» |
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Taking your beloved dog or cat along as you vacation in the Colorado Mountains can be fun for everyone if they stay healthy and happy on the trip. Because Colorado has such a variety of places to see, and camping areas which host many species of native creatures, here are a few tips to consider as you travel with your pets… Read More..» |
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Many people have heard of hypothermia and may associate it with a severely cold place such as Alaska or Mt. Everest. The fact is that anyone can become a victim of hypothermia almost anywhere when they are cold and wet for a prolonged time and the body temperature starts to fall. Because it can occur gradually, some people are unaware they are at risk. Infants, small children and the elderly are most at risk when enjoying outdoor activities. Learn More..» |
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Alone on a raft in the middle of miles of ocean water, you will die of thirst. Remember the classic line: “Water, water everywhere – and not a drop to drink!” Drinking fresh water is critical. People may not consider how important good hydration really is until they are really thirsty. The human body is comprised of up to 78% water, so you might think that we have plenty of reserve… Read On..» |
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If there is just one simple thing you and your family could do to help the environment – would you do it? If you knew you could save well over $1,000 for each family member per year – does that sound good? Stop drinking bottled water. Even though it may not seem like it, bottled water is expensive! According to the New York Times, “drinking the recommended daily amount of water using bottled water can cost an average of… Read More..» |
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The small bug that nobody notices until it’s too late… the tick. Did you know that there are over 800 species of ticks throughout the world? Ticks are arthropods, like spiders. Some have a hard body and some are soft, the important difference being how and when they become a danger to humans and animals they attach to. The hard body variety will start to attach to the host and draw out blood, feeding over hours or even days. Learn More..» |
