I will be traveling for about 20 hours, leaving in the mid-afternoon and would like advise on the best way to stay alert for the trip. Are certain foods better to consume while pulling an all night drive? I would rather stay away for a lot of coffee. What about energy drinks, vitamins.....
2007-03-24 04:41:35 · 10 answers · asked by Bill 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I would try just taking vitamins but occasionally pull over to rest stops and rest.. get out get some fresh air and maybe even a power nap!! 15 mins will make a world of difference.. good luck and have safe traveling!
2007-03-24 04:46:59 · answer #1 · answered by michelle b 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I drive those kinds of distances a lot.
Get a several good nights sleep before the trip.
Stop every 2 hours and take a walk. Take a nap every four hours. Dont wait unti you get tired because you wont know. Trust me on this one.
DONT stare at the white lines in the road.
Dont play music too loud.
Get someone talkative next to you. If you do feel drowsey and cant stop then tell them to start asking questions.
Eat lightly and drink water. If coffee helps then small amounts is fine.
It will take you 2 days to fully 'recover' from a drive like that.
Its a tough drive even in a good 'driver's' car. Good luck
2007-03-24 04:52:31 · answer #2 · answered by philip_jones2003 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good rule of thumb. The tourist attractions are in the good parts of town. Therefore, you will have no reason to go to the bad parts of town, unless you're lost. Disneyland is a must for families with kids. Give yourself at least 2 days in the Anaheim area, then you can hit Knott's and some of the other attractions down OC way. Most people want to see Hollywood. You should just to imagine Hollywood during it's glory years. Do: Just get good maps, (not online maps), fill up the tank, and make sure you know where you're going. Do: spend all you money here. Do: Have a great time and come back soon.
2016-03-29 02:14:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-03-26 06:31:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your body is only good to go for a certain amount of time. Yes you could take vitamins or adrenaline pills but its not healthy. My advice to you is have someone with you to help you drive...If thats not possible then just use your better judgement and pull over to catch some zzzzs. Dont push yourself though...it can be really dangerous. Be careful.
2007-03-24 04:47:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Candy- suckers, gum, chocolate, anything sweet. It helps me every time. Sour stuff helps a lot too. Just buy a lot and don't wait for the flavor to run out, or it won't work.
2007-03-24 04:55:24 · answer #6 · answered by heyheyheyfonzie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One trick that has always worked for me, in addition to anything else you try, is BUBBLE GUM! Buy a ton of it and keep popping in pieces one after another, as soon as the taste and sweetness start to wear off (or you can also get a sugar-free kind). Blow bubbles as big as you can and pop your gum freely-----------it does help to keep you awake!
2007-03-24 04:47:04 · answer #7 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sleep a lot the day before.
2007-03-24 04:52:02 · answer #8 · answered by John's Secret Identity™ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep ice water with you....drinking may help you stay refreshed, but its also great to splash in your face if need be. caffeine is not the answer
2007-03-24 04:52:19 · answer #9 · answered by jenniferb 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can take coffee or LIPOVITAN
2007-03-24 04:47:27 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋