Trucking Jobs keep drivers on a busy schedule that can sometimes be unpredictable. That schedule can sometimes leave a driver wide awake during his or her rest time. This is a list of foods a truck drivers can eat that will help them get rest when they need it.
A little back ground first. Just about everyone knows that they if they eat a big meal that is loaded with fats they will most likely need a nap shortly after. That is because meals like that are filled with foods that rank high on the Glycemic Index. They are however, not recommended for individuals that are watching what they eat or for those with diabetes. Instead this list covers healthy foods that can induce sleep.
Eat these four healthy foods to induce sleep:
- Cherries fresh or dried.
- Cherries contain melatonin which helps the body regulate sleep.
- Small amount of warm milk.
- A small glass of milk is loaded with tryptophan. A small portion will help promote sleep.
- Whole wheat toast or English muffin.
- A small serving will speed up the body’s release of tryptophan and serotonin.
- Bananas
- Potassium and magnesium are natural muscle relaxants, and bananas are a good source of both.
This is a list of foods that should be available at truck stops or Walmart stores across the country. When you’re an over the road truck driver getting good rest is one of the keys to being a safe truck driver. When it is time to rest eating these foods before bed can help you get the sleep you need.
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