FUNCTIONAL EDIBLES

Snack Handfuel, which is what you’ll want to take at a time (Get it? “Hand full”?), is a line of munchies aimed at what your body might need in the moment, whether a brain boost for that 3 p.m. slump or to beat hunger from airplane-food avoidance. Varieties include the Antioxidizer: an omega-3 fatty acidpacked mix of fruits, walnuts and pecans; and Energizer: a vitamin E- and mineralrich mix of dried fruits and almonds. All are sources of fibre, contain zero trans fat and are gluten-free. www.handfuel.ca

Soothe Not a fan of chewing gum? Vancouver’s Saje Natural Wellness has just the thing: double-duty mints that go beyond freshening breath. Ginger-Aide Soothing Lemon Ginger Drops soothe a sore throat (we found they helped calm the tummy after a winding road trip, too), while Foodie Comforting Licorice Peppermint Drops cleanse the palate and aid in digestion. www.saje.com —Vivian Vassos