is the leading cause of death on toll roads: it explains 23% of fatal accidents in front of alcohol, narcotic drugs and medicines. Speed is far behind. “data-reactid =” 12 “> Each year when going on vacation, it’s the same thing. The frenzy of last-minute preparations compels. In many ways, however, the great road marathon looks like an ordeal long-term sporting activity. However, a tired and malnourished organism succumbs too quickly and too easily to the attacks of Morphée. The French Association of Motorway Companies reminds us that drowsiness is the leading cause of death on toll roads: it explains 23% of fatal accidents in front of alcohol, narcotic drugs and medicines. Speed is far behind.
Hypercaloric, the typical snack in motorway areas promotes hypovigilance
As true as there are foods to avoid to aid digestion and sleep well, there are others to avoid to maintain good alertness while driving. . But is the quantity of food the only criterion?
In 2019, a study demonstrated for the first time that a light meal promotes alertness
Certainly not. Eating a high-calorie meal (at least 1,500 kilocalories) significantly reduces alertness in 60% of drivers tested at the request of the Attitude Prévention association by Doctor Frédéric Saldmann, cardiologist and nutritionist at the Georges-Pompidou hospital and the Pro[…]
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