" Eat Healthy, Travel Happy: Thailand "

For travelers, Thailand presents a world of new experiences to be discovered, especially in its cuisine.

The sweet-sourish papaya salad is a must-have while in Thailand, eaten as a side salad or a snack in itself. It�s also often served with additional condiments like sugar and chili sauce for those who want it extra sweet or spicy.

If you�re a fan of our local ulams, nam prik would definitely catch your fancy. In actuality, nam prik refers to the spicy, salsa-like sauce made of chilies, garlic, shallots and shrimp paste - similar to our belacan. It can sometimes include minced meat as well.

The mung bean glass noodle salad is a healthy and wholesome meal to have, and can usually be found throughout Thailand. Lots of lime juice is used to give a sour punch to the glass noodles that is mixed with minced meat or seafood.

Without a doubt one of the most popular exports of Thailand, tom yum, has the natural ability to pique one�s appetite and palate. If you�re looking to make healthy eating choices:

You�re likely to find this dish in many Thai restaurants or seafood restaurants.

Tasty, meaty and yet healthy - the mackerel lettuce wrap is an ideal dish for travelers of all ages. Instead of a carbohydrate-rich wrap or pita bread, Thais opt for lettuce leaves for a healthy crunch. The only thing to look out for are small fish bones if the fish is served whole.

Spring rolls are truly an Asian dish, as it can be found in many variations throughout the region. If you�re feeling hungry and craving a mid-day snack, look out for these fresh vegetable spring rolls.

You�re sure to find plenty of fruits in Thailand. Freshly cut fruit vendors are at almost every street corner, and for dessert, you can enjoy mango slices served with sticky rice (just skimp on the coconut cream and rice). It�s also easy to find freshly made pomegranate juice, baby coconuts and deliciousdragon fruit - take your pick and you�ll find yourself having your daily recommended serving of fruits each day!