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Tips On How To Stay Healthy If You Work Night Shifts!

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Dt. Thilaga B ManigandanDietitian/Nutritionist • 10 Years Exp.M.Sc - Dietitics / Nutrition
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Night shift workers are more likely to suffer from insomnia, fatigue, accidents, ulcers, and even certain types of cancer than those who work during the day. People also frequently gain weight when they work the night shift. Although it’s clearly not ideal, many people have no choice but to work nights. So, here are some tips on how to keep shift work from sabotaging your nutrition or your health.

5 nutrition tips for shift workers:

  • Eat more protein, fewer carbs during your shift. 
  • Avoid sugar and sweetened beverages.
  • Don’t use food as entertainment. 
  • Stock up on healthy foods. 
  • Have healthy foods readily available both at home and at work. 
  • Preparation is key. 
  • Stop unhealthy snacking. 
  • Stick to a schedule. 
  • Cut down the caffeine. 
  • Exercise when you can.

The benefits to your health and well-being will be well worth the extra time and effort.
 

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