Holiday Tips for the Festive Season

The festive season in South Africa is a time for celebration, sunshine, and relaxation.

Here are some tips for making the most of your summer festive season in South Africa:

• Plan your route: If you’re traveling to an unfamiliar destination, make sure to plan your route properly ahead of time to ensure a smooth journey. Have enough data on your phone for emergencies. Take screen shots of directions in case of going offline.

Summer Sun

• Check the UV index and only go in the sun at its lowest points in the day
• Use at least a factor 30 sunscreen and re-apply often. Wear a hat or peak
• Drink plenty of water – about 2L per day in the heat.

Stay Healthy

• Snack on healthy fruits, nuts, filtered water (with a lemon slice) and not just chips and soda
• Exercise – walks on the beach, hikes in the hills, will help counteract the festive indulgences
• Look after your liver – Liver C3 or Essentiale caps will ensure you liver copes well
• Relax – use this time off to destress and relax, meditate, catch up with friends and family
• Don’t forget to take your immune booster supplements (e.g ViralCplex) to keep away the summer colds and flu. Probiotics (e.g Ultra flora daily caps) daily will ward off tummy bugs and keep your gut healthy too.
• Ask your pharmacist to top up your First Aid kit

Check out our list of suggestions for medicines to take with you for kids and adults.

Safety:

• Ask your neighbours to take in your post
• Ensure good lighting, but don’t leave outside lights on during the day
• Don’t let too many people know when you’re going on holiday, only those you trust
• Make sure your doors lock properly and that you have burglar bars
• Don’t leave your belongings unattended at the beach
• Remember to stock up on anti-malaria medication if visiting a malaria area – these are now available without prescription

MEDICINE CHECK LIST FOR YOUR HOLIDAY