Tips for Following Medical Medium Protocol While Traveling Abroad
- Isa Bella Goossens
- Jul 8
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 9
Traveling to another country while staying true to your healing path is a powerful act of self-love. It might look different than a "typical vacation," but it's deeply rewarding. With a little planning, flexibility, and connection to your inner why, you can feel vibrant, grounded, and aligned—no matter where in the world you are. This guide is here to support you with practical tips and gentle reminders that healing is not something you pause for a trip... it's something you take with you. 🌍
1. Research Before You Go
Look up local grocery stores, fruit stands, and organic markets in advance.
Search for juice bars or raw food cafes near your stay.
Learn basic food-related phrases in the local language (e.g., “no eggs,” “no dairy,” “only fruit,” etc.).
2. Pack Healing Essentials
Bring as much as you can in your suitcase:
Travel-size blender (for smoothies)
Barley grass juice powder, spirulina, and other powdered supplements
A stash of dried fruits, dates, or raw snacks
Lemon balm, licorice root, or other tinctures in travel-safe bottles
Herbal tea bags (like hibiscus, lemon balm, or raspberry leaf)
3. Make Fruit Your Best Friend
Fresh fruit is your safest, most healing ally—and widely available in most countries.
Visit local markets for bananas, papayas, mangoes, melons, and berries.
Don’t worry about “perfect” variety—any fruit is healing.
4. Keep Meals Simple & Safe
Choose plain steamed vegetables, potatoes, rice, and salads without dressings or added oils.
Ask for meals without eggs, dairy, gluten, or soy—keep it simple and clear.
If communication is a barrier, stick to whole fruit or request boiled or baked veggies only.
5. Start the Day with Familiar Rituals
Bring powdered lemon juice or dried lemon slices for morning lemon water if fresh lemons aren’t available.
Many places will have cucumbers, apples, and celery for juicing or smoothies—be flexible but creative.
6. Use Translation Apps
Use tools like Google Translate to show restaurant staff your food needs.
Create a saved phrase in the local language like:“I can’t eat eggs, dairy, or gluten—can you make something with just fruit, vegetables, or potatoes?”
7. Call Ahead or Message Restaurants
Message your hotel or AirBnB host and ask about local produce or access to a kitchen.
Some restaurants may be willing to make custom, simple meals if you explain kindly.
8. Stay Gentle With Yourself
If you can’t do everything 100%, that’s okay. Choose the best possible option and return to your full protocol when you can.
One non-ideal meal doesn't undo your entire healing journey. Stress is more damaging than a bite of the wrong thing.
9. Use the Vacation to Nourish in Other Ways
Spend time barefoot on the earth, in the sun, near oceans or forests—this boosts healing too.
Rest, laugh, explore slowly—these are all medicine.
10. Bring the “Healing Mindset” With You
Even if the food isn’t perfect, staying intentional keeps your body in healing mode.
Affirmations like:“I support my body the best I can, wherever I am.”“Healing travels with me.”
Remember
Your body doesn't need perfection—it needs your presence. Whether you're sipping coconut water on the beach, foraging for fresh fruit in a market, or quietly choosing steamed veggies at dinner, you’re still healing.
The intention behind your choices matters just as much as the choices themselves. Trust that each aligned decision, no matter how small, sends a message of care to every cell in your body. You’ve got this—and healing travels with you. 🌞




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