Suitable Food for moderate to High altitude trekking
I am preparing for an expedition which is going to be in Mid-July next year.
I am quite aware about the level of physical fitness that we require for such a trek, and I am preparing for it as well.
One thing that strikes my mind the most is regarding food/diet that I should follow during the expedition.
I am purely a veg guy. I do not eat Eggs as well. For that matter, few people have advised my to consume chocolates and Apples during the expedition. I am not exactly aware about the diet that I should follow. Can someone share if they have planned for similar kind of a thing?
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For me, as a thumb rule, when on high altitude treks, I do not go for any food which is digestion intensive. i.e, any food which required a lot of oxygen to get digested is not favorable.
You can always have chocolate bars/energy bars at higher altitudes. Herbal tea is something that keeps you hydrated and gives you decent amount of caffeine at the same time. The locals/sherpas would probably recommend garlic soups as well. I'm not entirely sure of the scientific significance of the same.
Since you are a pure vegetarian, and since you need good amount of carbs and proteins, the following should give you the required nutrition:
- Local made bread.
- Cheese.
- Fresh fruits(availability is highly improbable).
- Dried fruits/nuts.
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