TOP ON-THE-ROAD SNACKS FOR BETTER TRUCKER HEALTH

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DID YOU KNOW There are only 3 servo snacks that

are ‘acceptable’ for truck driver

nutrition? Here are our tips to

snack healthy on the road.

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• Celery and carrot cut into straws are great to chew on and come with very few calories; • Peanut butter or hummus can be used to add flavour and protein; • Broccoli and cauliflower florets can be eaten raw or blanched first; and • Cherry or grape tomatoes and raw snap peas are easy to snack on as well.

Pre-cut them and put them in a zip lock bag or plastic container and they’ll stay crisp even on long haulage work.

VEGIE SNACKS

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• Berries are loaded with antioxidants and are easy to eat;• Grapes are another great snack for the road;• Apple slices (pre-soaked in lemony water so they don’t brown); and• Orange wedges.

Wash and prepare your fruit before you head off and keep it in a cooler to retain its freshness and you’ll always have a tasty and nutritious snack on hand.

FRUIT SNACKS

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• Cheese cubes or slices;• Nuts and seeds (pre-mix your own favourite seeds and nuts in a zip lock bag);• Trail mix (you can make your own with muesli, raw nuts and seeds and dried fruits); and• Muesli bars (keep an eye out for a high protein and fibre content and lower fat and sugar content).

Add some high cocoa content dark chocolate chips for a little sweetness.

PROTEIN SNACKS

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MORE GREAT TRUCKER SNACKS• Rice cakes and air-popped popcorn contain relatively few calories and can be a great alternative;• Vege chips are available at some servos, ensure you check the nutrition facts on the packet; • Dried fruits like apples, apricots and sultanas are good for you and easy to snack on; and • Sandwiches or wraps can easily be made before you set out on the road and they’re easy to eat while you’re driving.

Avoid high fat and sodium content.

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• Water (add some fruit juice if you want flavour or a touch of cordial);• 100% vegetable juice;• 100% fruit juice; and• Sports drinks.

Soft drinks are a big no-no since they’re loaded with sugar and even the sugar-free ones offer you zero nutrition or hydration benefits.

HEALTHY HYDRATION

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