{"id":369,"date":"2017-03-21T15:16:11","date_gmt":"2017-03-21T22:16:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/67.192.94.222\/blog\/?p=369"},"modified":"2017-03-21T15:16:11","modified_gmt":"2017-03-21T22:16:11","slug":"four-ways-long-haul-truckers-can-eat-healthier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shipmynt.com\/blog\/four-ways-long-haul-truckers-can-eat-healthier\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Ways Long-Haul Truckers Can Eat Healthier"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you\u2019re on the road \u2013 especially for long hauls \u2013 it\u2019s hard to keep health in mind. Getting the job done and getting home is a priority. The quickest ways to do your work and get home, however, can contribute to poor health. Fast food and truck stops meals are quicker than sit-down dinners, and time stopped to move the body means less time on the road.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s a common issue among those in the industry, and it can be an uphill battle for many truckers.<\/p>\n

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Hours on the road are out of your control, but you can take some of these steps to stay healthier while you are out there.<\/p>\n

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#1: Plan Ahead<\/h2>\n

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Before you hit the road, plan where you are going to eat your meals, what you will snack on, and what you will drink. Planning will enable you to pack healthy food items, set goals for your trip, and avoid last-minute stops at fast food restaurants. Stock up on travel-friendly foods that are good for you before you leave your home, rather than stocking up at gas stations where there are fewer healthy options. Fill reusable plastic containers with food items and pack plenty of bottled water to avoid making soda or sweet-tea stops.<\/p>\n

#2: Keep Healthy Snacks on Hand<\/h2>\n

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When you are driving, it can sometimes help to grab something sweet; the sugar rush can keep you alert. The trouble is that it\u2019s a temporary fix. Thirty minutes later, the rush is gone and you\u2019re likely to crash again, which may make you reach for another treat. It\u2019s a tough cycle to break.<\/p>\n

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Instead of avoiding sweets completely, try to break the cycle. When you need a treat, start with an apple or some dried fruit. If you still need a pick-me-up, treat yourself with something sweet. By doing this, you begin training your body and mind to choose something healthy first, and you won\u2019t suffer from that post-sugar crash. You may find you need fewer unhealthy snacks to sustain you.<\/p>\n

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For munching, keep these healthy snacks close by:<\/p>\n