RAC: Make the healthy choice while driving
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RAC: Make the healthy choice while driving
Mon 4th Sep 2006
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A study on the eating habits of 1,000 motorists revealed that the majority of people don’t realise the danger that unhealthy eating habits can have on their safety.
Existing entirely on service station driving junk food leaves drivers feeling sluggish with poor concentration, jeopardising their safety, experts claim.
Registered dietician and nutritional consultant Sian Porter carried out the study and found that laziness and convenience resulted in drivers choosing unhealthy meal options at service stations.
"Motorists must realise that foods high in sugar, fat and salt can quickly reduce alertness," she said.
"Choosing more carefully can significantly improve safety."
Ms Porter’s study found that diets on the road make many people feel lethargic, with almost two-thirds of those questioned not considering the repercussions of their travel intake.
"Food we eat has to be suited to activities we engage in," she said.
"Few people would eat a heavy meal before exercising and this same common sense must apply to driving."
Ms Porter has made simple suggestions in order for people to improve their health and safety while on the road.
Small, regular meals are recommended and not opting for sugar loaded snacks when taking breaks. Packing fruit and plenty of water in the car is also beneficial, as it can counteract jitteriness caused by caffeine.
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