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Adjusting to the Climate & Altitude of Colorado

Because of the elevation, you should take certain precautions to insure that the effects of high altitude do not spoil your time in Colorado. Some people initially experience a shortness of breath, nausea or headache, but the body usually adjusts after a day or two. Colorado's elevation increases the risk of sunburn and requires additional protection from the UV rays. Sunscreen, sunglasses and a brimmed hat are a MUST while enjoying the outdoors in Colorado.

Prevention of Altitude Illness

-If you fly or drive to Colorado, do not over-exert yourself for the first 24 hours.
-If you begin to show symptoms of moderate altitude illness, don't go higher until symptoms decrease.
-Keep in mind that different people will acclimatize at different rates. Make sure all of your party is properly acclimated before going higher.
-Stay properly hydrated. Acclimatization is often accompanied by fluid loss, so you need to drink plenty of fluids to remain properly hydrated (at least 3-4 quarts per day).
-Eat a high carbohydrate diet (more than 70% of your calories from carbohydrates) while at altitude.
-The acclimatization process is inhibited by dehydration, over-exertion, alcohol and other depressant drugs.

High Altitude Cooking

Cooking at high altitude is different and can be difficult. At sea level, water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit, but as air pressure drops, water boils at lower temperatures. In metro Denver, water boils at 202 degrees. This means that food cooks at lower temperatures and the cooking times will be longer. Lower air pressure also causes baked goods to rise faster; therefore, less leavening is needed. Water evaporates much more quickly at high altitude than at sea level.

                                          A quick reference guide for  standard adjustments.

-Foods cooked by boiling take more time to reach cooking temperature
-When baking, reduce each teaspoon of baking powder by 1/4; decrease each cup of sugar by 2-3 tablespoons; increase by 3-4 tablespoons each cup of liquid.

-Oven temperature should be increased by 25 degrees Fahrenheit; reduce by 25 degrees Fahrenheit when using glass containers; slightly increase all cooking times, and for best results at higher altitudes, use smaller pans,  grease and flour or use parchment paper,     especially for cakes.