Travel is fun, travel is inspiring, travel is rejuvenating, travel is life-changing. But, can travel also be healthy? Of course, it can be. If you are a health conscious traveler who is very particular about the food you eat, then here is the good news. Bloomberg just published the Healthiest Country Index for the year 2019 and it has the list of countries you should consider when planning your next trip. Without further ado, here are the top five healthiest countries in the world.

5. Switzerland

Ahh, I can already picture myself treading the green pastures. There’s also the scent of dairy that captivates. The chocolate nation with its pristine Alpine beauty literally feels like a huge refrigerator. So, everything in here is fresh.

Must-try in Switzerland

Swiss Fondue
Raclette
Rosti

4. Japan

This is not a surprise. Every time you read about someone breaking the record for the oldest person in the world, Japan by default would be their country of origin. That is how good the Japanese diet is. Combine this with good-hearted people, you get a lifetime of happiness.

Must-try in Japan

Sushi
Tempura
Dumplings
Ramen

3. Iceland

Just the word Iceland is enough to paint an amazing picture on our heads. The wild expanse with its changing landscapes is a fantasy come true. And the fish from the unpolluted waters of Iceland is rich in minerals. What more do you want!

Must-try in Iceland

Skyr
Fermented Shark
Hot Dog
Fridheimar Tomatoes

2. Italy

Italy might have lost its first position, but the pizza and the piazza nation with that extra drizzle of virgin olive oil always tops the list when it comes to health. The next time you go, soak in every piece of art there is and stuff your mouths with enough delicacies.

Must-try in Italy

Pizza
Risotto
Arancino
Polenta
Tiramisu

1. Spain

At the epicentre of the limelight is Spain. A nation where things move at a leisurely pace. The locals here have an obsession with food and wine. But thanks to the Mediterranean diet, there is also healthy eating. At this rate, Spain is expected to have the highest lifespan by 2040.