Good nutrition is an essential part of living a healthy lifestyle. A good diet combined with physical activity can help truck drivers lose weight and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. If you are a truck driver looking for ways to live healthier, maintain or lose weight, check out these 10 quick and easy tips for truck driver diet plans.
Drink Water
Water is good for your overall health. There are many benefits to drinking water everyday. One of the many health benefits is maintaining healthy weight. Men should drink about 13 cups (3) liters of water a day. Women should drink 9 cups ( a little over 2 liters ) of water a day.
Don’t Skip Breakfast
Breakfast is known for being the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. Breakfast breaks the overnight fasting period, gives your body a boost of energy and provides essential nutrients. Many people think skipping breakfast will help them lose weight, but it can have the opposite effect. If you skip breakfast, you may find yourself snacking more throughout the day.
Eat Veggies and Fruits
Fruit and vegetables are essential for a healthy diet. They are low in calories and fat, and high in fiber. They also have plenty of vitamins and minerals. Truck drivers should make an effort to include a fruit or vegetable in every meal.
Use Smaller Plates
If you are having trouble controlling your portions, start using a smaller plate. A smaller plate reduces the number of calories you are eating, while making you feel satisfied.
Stay Active
Eating healthy is an important part of your diet, but exercise is equally as important. Being active is known to reduce stress, promote better sleep and help burn off excess calories. For truck drivers, it can be difficult to find time to exercise. Check out our blog 3 Ways to Stay Active on the Road as a Truck Driver.
Read Food Labels
It’s important to know what you are eating. Reading food labels can help you choose healthier options.
Avoid Junk Food
Eating junk food can be a treat to your taste buds, but there are many negative health effects. Junk food is any food that lacks nutritional value. Most fast food, candy, salty and oily snacks are considered junk food. Consider swapping junk food for healthier options.
Plan Your Meals
Planning your meals makes it easier to know what you are eating and how many calories you are taking in. Also, meal prepping can save a truck driver a lot of time while on the road. Take time at the beginning of each week to plan your breakfast, lunch and diner.
Avoid Refined Carbs
Refined carbs are sugar and grains that have had fiber and other important nutrients removed. Refined carbs only keep you full for a short amount of time. Try eating complex carbohydrates like oats, quinoa, carrots, and potatoes.
Fill Up on Fiber
Foods containing fiber make you feel full, which is great if you are wanting to lose weight. Foods that are high in fiber- fruit and vegetables, whole grain bread, pasta, rice, beans, and lentils.
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