Tuesday 23 August 2016

Dietary Management For Call Centre / Night Shift Workers


Health Consequences :-
Irregular sleep, food & activity pattern
Reduced normal daily food intake
Consumption of random snacks & drinks rather than regular meals
Consumption of coffee & other caffeine rich drinks to stay alert
Increased feeling of stress, anxiety
Increased tendency of gastrointestinal disorders
Decreased well being and quality of life.

Effective Foods :-
Food adaptation to prepare the body for
Sleep         Stay awake & alert
Eat carbohydrate & tryptophan Eat high protein meals rich foods together in meal before starting prior to sleep a night shift

For brain to produce more serotonin

Tryptophan rich foods- chicken
grilled fish, Cauliflower, 
brocolli, Eggs, soya bean

Other Recommendations :-
Limit caffeine intake and consume alternative drinks such as herbal tea, coconut water, fresh lime, buttermilk, soup, vegetable juice
For breakfast choose whole cereal, whole wheat bread with egg/ eggwhite / paneer and milk
Carry healthy snacks such as whole wheat sandwiches, fresh fruits, curd, fruit yogurt, roasted soyabean /chana , dried fruits & drinks
Drink adequate water to prevent  dehydration due to air-conditioning.

Other Recommendations :-
Limit caffeine intake and consume alternative drinks such as herbal tea, coconut water, fresh lime, buttermilk, soup, vegetable juice
For breakfast choose whole cereal, whole wheat bread with egg/ egg white / paneer and milk
Carry healthy snacks such as whole wheat sandwiches, fresh fruits, curd, fruit yogurt, roasted soyabean /chana , dried fruits & drinks
Drink adequate water to prevent  dehydration due to air-conditioning.

If food is provided at workplace :-
Go in for more of salads without high fat dressing, curd/raita
Avoid thick gravies
Opt for dry seasonal vegetable with roti
Drink plenty of water.

Be Active :-
Advise some form of physical activity for 30-45 min  in the evening before meal, before going to work
Suggest Activity patterns at workplace.
Activity Patterns to be done at home prior to breakfast & sleep.

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