Nobody wants to end their bucket list backpacking trip early for any reason – but especially for a nutrient deficiency that could have been prevented by consuming the right foods. While any nutrition deficiency can[…]
Thru-hiking is an intense physical undertaking that, over time, can cause significant inflammation in the body. This physiological process is called exercise-induced inflammation and is a normal response to the muscle damage caused by high-intensity[…]
You can skip to the recipe but stick with me for just a bit to learn about the health risks associated with instant ramen noodles. Should you be wary? History of instant ramen noodles Did[…]
THIS ARTICLE ORIGINALLY APPEARED ON THE TREK AND CAN BE FOUND HERE. For those that have followed previous posts, you are aware that I set a goal of preparing ultralight backpacking meal plans at 5000 calories per two pounds[…]
This article originally appeared on The Trek and can be found here. I want to share how excited I am about the number of hikers worldwide that have shared interest in improving nutrition while thru-hiking.[…]
You’re not going to tell me pop-tarts aren’t ultralight, are you?!? Actually, that’s exactly what I’m saying. A significant amount of my time over the last year was spent reviewing various blog posts and forums[…]
When buying ultralight gear thru hikers expect high performance for minimal weight. They should have the same performance expectations of food. Thru hikers are known for losing a significant amount of weight due to inadequate calorie[…]
