You will need to bring food for snacks and lunches while on your climb.  All climbers will have breakfast and dinner provided by their guide service while on the mountain.  If you have special dietary restrictions or needs, please let your climb coordinator know as soon as possible so that they can relay that information to your guide service. Here is a general guide on what to bring for lunch. Your guide service or climb leader may have additional recommendations for you.

Keep in mind that GU and Clif Bars are part of your gear package.

Fast fuel

Carbohydrates are the main source of fuel for your body and are the easiest to digest, so they should be consumed during the active portions of the climb. Granola, dried fruits, crackers, and whole grains are great sources of energy-providing carbohydrates.

Slow-burning fuel

Proteins and fats take more time to digest.  By consuming these slow-burning fuel sources in the evening you’ll replenish calorie stores and stay warm during the night. Think protein bars, jerky, almond and even protein powders.

Appetite

A wide variety of foods like spicy snacks, candy bars and hard candies will help you keep eating even when altitude decreases your appetite.The best way to a successful nutrition plan is to think about delicious foods that pack well and try them out during your training.  While energy bars are a great source of nutrition, you shouldn’t rely on them as your only source of nourishment. Try out different things before the climb; It is better to go through trial and error before you’re headed for the summit.

For more information on nutrition: www.treksandclimbs.com/mountoverview_food.htm