Get Snow-Season Ready: How to Prep Your Body for Ski Trips, Altitude, and Winter Travel
Planning a ski trip to Mammoth, Whistler, or Big Bear this season? The snow, scenery, and mountain air can be amazing—but they can also do a number on your body. At MG Allergy, we often hear from patients after winter travel who felt short of breath, itchy, congested, or just plain off at higher elevations.
The good news? A little prep before you head to the mountains can go a long way in helping you feel better—so you can enjoy the trip instead of recovering from it.
Why Altitude Messes With Your Body
Higher elevation means thinner, drier air—which impacts your skin, lungs, and sinuses almost immediately. Some people feel the effects at elevations as low as 5,000 feet, and most ski destinations reach 7,000+ feet or higher.
The most common symptoms we see in-clinic:
Asthma flares or tightness in the chest
Dry, itchy skin or eczema flares
Nasal dryness, congestion, or sinus pressure
Fatigue, dehydration, and general immune stress
Combine altitude with cold wind, heated indoor air, and a dip in hydration (hello, après ski cocktails), and it’s easy to see why your system needs support.
How MG Allergy Helps You Prepare
At MG Allergy in Newport Beach, we offer winter travel prep appointments tailored to your health history and travel plans. Whether you’re skiing, snowboarding, or just enjoying the mountain air, we’ll help you avoid the common pitfalls of altitude-related symptoms.
Here’s what we can support:
✔️ Asthma Management
Medication check-ins and updates
Inhaler technique review
Travel-friendly asthma plans
Emergency support meds if needed
✔️ Skin Barrier Care
Eczema flare prevention
Barrier-repair topical support
Travel-size skincare recommendations
Tips to reduce itch and post-ski dryness
✔️ Sinus & Nasal Relief
Strategies for dry nasal passages
Treatments for sinus pressure or congestion
Natural tools for inflammation relief
✔️ Immune Support Before Travel
Nutritional and supplement support
Stress recovery tools
Allergy check-ins if needed
Bonus Tips for a Healthier Snow Season
In addition to your in-clinic prep, here are a few simple ways to support your body on the slopes:
Hydrate more than you think you need to
Use a saline spray or humidifier to help with dry nasal passages
Keep your skin sealed with a thick, fragrance-free moisturizer
Pack layers that wick sweat and protect skin from wind
Listen to your body—don’t push through altitude symptoms
Book Your Pre-Trip Visit Today
Whether you have asthma, eczema, or just want to feel better in cold, dry air, we’re here to help you have a better season in the snow—from the inside out.
