Many families and groups of friends will be hitting the roads in the US this summer for road trips. During these trips, grab-and-go meals and snacking are the common way to eat, but just because they are convenient doesn't mean they have to involve unhealthy junk food. It's possible to eat healthy on the road with some wise meal planning. You should start by assessing your snacking and eating habits while on the road.

This will help you to get specific about a realistic solution by anticipating the times and places where a hunger attack is most likely to occur. Then, make sure you have a stash of nutritious snacks on hand that are each 100 calories or less or a quick meal. These can include nuts, dried cereal, low-fat crackers, granola bars and fruit that is a quick and healthy way to satisfy your cravings.

Doctor-recommended barbecue healthy recipes are featured in a new book by the American Academy of Neurology called Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders. There are 36 recipes included in the book, along with personal stories and tips for food preparation. Recipes include barbecue chicken wraps, barbecue ground beef, lemon pepper grilled chicken, teriyaki onion burgers and tropical fruit salsa.

The easy and delicious recipes ensure that everyone will enjoy a summer barbecue, and are especially formulated for guests who have problems smelling and tasting food. It's estimated that up to 14 million Americans fall into this category, and more than 200,000 people each year visit doctors for smell and taste problems which are often linked to neurological disorders. The book was written with Marjorie Calvert, an accomplished cook who created delicious recipes that enhance flavor sensations.

Gluten free food in healthy recipes are a great option for those with diabetes and also those looking to cut gluten from their diets. There are a variety of gluten free recipes which can replace many standard recipes with a delicious alternative. For example, one of these is a recipe for gluten free granola bars which are tastier than most any bar you can buy in the grocery store.

This ideal granola bar comes out crispy yet chewy, and it's healthy too because it uses all natural ingredients like cinnamon, vanilla and peanut butter. One of the fun things about granola is that cooks can experiment by adding their own favorite ingredients to the original recipe as well. For example, flax seeds make a great addition to granola bars thanks to their nutty flavor and rich supply of Omega-3 fatty acids.