Eating well in shift work

Shift work disrupts your meal rhythm. When you plan your eating around your shifts, your energy levels and sleep improve.

You will need

• Your shift roster
• Packed meals and snacks

Steps

1. Time your meals around your shift

   Eat before your shift, halfway through it and lightly after it.

2. Eat lightly at night

3. Bring food with you

4. Drink water

5. Time your caffeine

6. Keep a rhythm on days off

7. Plan your food on days off

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