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EM Quick Hits 62 Optimizing RSI Medication Timing, ED Boarding of Older Patients, Prolonged Tourniquet Use, Rural Peer Support Programs, ECG Reciprocal Changes, Nutrition Tips for Shift Workers

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Navigating Nutrition for Shift Workers

This chapter explores the enteric nervous system's role in metabolism regulation and the impact of shift work on circadian rhythms and hunger hormones. It emphasizes the importance of meal timing and dietary choices, particularly the glycemic index, for maintaining health in a shift working environment. The discussion provides practical dietary strategies for managing blood glucose levels, highlighting food selections that can help mitigate the adverse effects of shift work.

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