Essential Tips for Traveling with an Autoimmune Disease

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Understanding Autoimmune Diseases

An autoimmune disease is a condition where the immune system, which normally protects the body from harmful viruses and bacteria, mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy cells. This causes inflammation and damage to various parts of the body, depending on the specific disease. There are over 80 known autoimmune diseases, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and many more. These conditions can be chronic, meaning they last a long time and often require ongoing treatment. Symptoms can vary widely but often include fatigue, joint or muscle pain, skin problems, and digestive issues.

Planning Ahead: Preparing for Your Journey

Traveling can be a thrilling experience, but for individuals with autoimmune diseases, it can pose unique challenges. Autoimmune conditions can vary widely in their symptoms and severity, making it essential to approach travel with careful preparation. Knowing how to manage your health while exploring new places will enhance your travel experience greatly.

Before embarking on your trip, it is crucial to plan ahead. Start by consulting with your healthcare provider about your travel plans. They can provide personalized advice and recommend necessary precautions. Ensure that you bring enough medication to last your entire trip, along with any prescriptions you may need. Consider carrying a medical identification card that outlines your condition and any treatments you require.

✨Traveling with an Autoimmune Disease

Traveling is one of my greatest joys—but as someone living with an autoimmune disease, it hasn’t always been easy. For years, I wrestled with fatigue, pain, and unpredictable symptoms that make even local adventures feel overwhelming. But through God’s grace, lifestyle changes, and a commitment to wellness, I’ve discovered that travel isn’t off-limits—it just looks a little different for me.

🌿 My Health Journey

I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease after years of strange symptoms that didn’t quite add up. It was frustrating, exhausting, and isolating. But it also became a turning point. I began to explore and found a Dr. that has helped fined the root causes of my inflammation. has showed me the power of nutrition, and the impact of everyday toxins are on my body.

Slowly, I shifted my life to a more non-toxic approach—swapping conventional products for cleaner alternatives, reducing stress, and focusing on whole, nourishing foods. This didn’t just improve my health; it transformed how I approach travel.

🧳 How I Travel Non-Toxically with an Autoimmune Disease

Here are a few ways I prepare for travel while honoring both my body and my beliefs:

1. Pack Clean

• I bring my own non-toxic toiletries. Many conventional products are filled with synthetic fragrances or hormone disruptors, which I avoid. My go to toiletries, (https://amzn.to/47lGOGa), (https://amzn.to/4mkoC4k), (https://amzn.to/4ljJEyM), (https://amzn.to/4ljHdfO), (https://amzn.to/41ySLEP).

• I also pack my own snacks if I am traveling somewhere they might not have something I can eat, and also for the travels there and back. Some of my go to snacks, (https://amzn.to/3UlYN7W), (https://amzn.to/41ymBJu), (https://amzn.to/3HtIJ0X), (https://amzn.to/4mvUhzv).

• Another thing I started to bring is my Red Light Therapy, this help with many different things the main reason I have one is for my skin as well as inflammation. I suggest doing your own research to figure out if its a good fit for you. Lumbox and Bon Charge are supposed to be good brands. Unfortunately I don't remember where I got mine. But these seem to be just as good.

2. Plan with Wisdom, Hold it Loosely

• Plan ahead—accommodations, food options, rest breaks, backup activities. But I’ve also learned to leave room for change. Chronic illness doesn’t always follow a schedule, and that’s okay.

• I remind myself that flexibility is part of the freedom. Sometimes the plan shifts, and I end up discovering something unexpected and beautiful.

• Instead of striving to control everything, I hold my itinerary with open hands, trusting God to guide each day—even if it looks different than I imagined.

3. Support My Body

• I bring all the medication that I need.

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• Hydration is key—I bring a reusable, toxin-free water bottle everywhere.

• If going somewhere warm I make sure to bring electrolytes, my favorite brand I have tried are Just Ingredients, another good brand you could try is (https://amzn.to/4fvoInm).

🙏 Faith on the Go: God is in Every Journey

As a Christian, my travels aren’t just about seeing new places—they’re about meeting God in unexpected moments. Whether I’m watching the sunrise over the ocean or not feeling well in a hotel room, I’m reminded that He is always with me (Deuteronomy 31:8).

Travel teaches me to depend on Him more, not less. When my body feels weak, I lean into His strength. When I miss out on plans because I need rest, I trust His timing. And when I step outside my comfort zone, I trust that His peace will surround me.

Prayer, scripture, and worship music are part of my travel essentials, just like my supplements and snacks. They ground me, especially when anxiety tries to creep in.

✨ Final Tips for Fellow Travelers with Chronic Illness

• Don’t be afraid to travel slower. It’s not about how much you see—it’s about how well you experience it.

• Say “no” when your body says no, and don’t feel guilty about it. It's hard I know.

• Lean on your faith. God doesn't waste a single step—even the detours.

• Find joy in the small things: a cozy room, a quiet view, a friendly face.

💛 You Can Still Live Fully

Living with an autoimmune disease has taught me that limitations don’t mean defeat. With preparation, grace, and a little creativity, I can still explore this beautiful world. I travel with intention, not impulsiveness—and I carry my faith and wellness practices with me like a compass.

Post Travel Must

It is important that you talk to your Dr. about any symptoms you might have had on the trip or after. That way if you need to change something they can help you. If feeling run down give yourself time to heal and get back into your normal schedule.

My Favorite Post Travel Hacks

• Get lots of rest.

• Getting fresh air is very important, especially if flying.

• Do a 20 min detox bath Epsom salt, (https://amzn.to/3UjeoVR), and baking soda, (https://amzn.to/45xYQ5J).

• I also make sure I do my Red Light Therapy

Wherever you are on your health journey, I hope you know this: You are not alone. You are capable. And you are still called to live abundantly—even if it looks different than you imagined.

"Note", If you are dealing with any Autoimmune disease or sickness. Talk to your Natural Doctor or Healthcare person before making any big changes to your medication. But remember that if you don't like there answers you can always get a second opinion, especially if it doesn't align with your nontoxic lifestyle.

"Reminder" Anything we link are things we have used or would not be afraid to use. These are also things that work for us and it might not be a right fit for you. We are also not saying that living a nontoxic lifestyle will cure everything. We simply feel that it can over all help, and when and if the time comes and you are faced with a health problem, your body is not full of toxic things.

Thank You so much for being here! Things you can look forward to on this blog. A deep dive into my Health Journey, Faith, Traveling, Living a nontoxic lifestyle, cooking clean, all things diets, How I feel between English Doctor vs, Natural Dr. and many more.

Sincerely, Kaylee Eby