 [ Symptoms ] how can i keep my healthy eating habits when traveling [ Disease ] recent research suggests that people have a better chance of getting healthier if we focus on making good choices as well as taking control of the food choices that we are presented with in other words by shaping your environment so that unhealthy choices become less convenient you become more likely to take on healthier behaviors eating while you are on the road is a great example even though many fast food restaurants have been pressured to add some healthier items to their menus the truth is it can be pretty tough to choose a grilled chicken salad over a burger and fries especially when you are sitting in the drive through lane if you find yourself unable to make the healthier choice consider eating a kid is meal instead    fewer calories and you get a toy but better to avoid drive throughs altogether if you make a commitment to give drive throughs the drive by and refrain from eating in your car you are bound to make healthier decisions at mealtime another tough aspect of eating while traveling is making good choices while staying at hotels room service can be an attractive option if you are on your own or have an expense account at your disposal it can be tempting to sit back in your room with a nice steak and a caesar salad and watch television but mealtimes are a great opportunity to get out explore and try something healthier