UTHH top picks: Best protein powders for construction workers 2024
Dymatize ISO100 Hydrolyzed Whey Protein and Momentous Grass Fed Whey Protein Isolate are some of our top picks for the best protein powders of 2024.
Lifestyle & Health
Blood pressure is high in construction: 6 healthy habits to lower it
Regular physical activity, good sleep, a healthy diet, and implementing a bedtime routine are habits that can help reduce blood pressure.
6 off-the-job breakfast ideas you need to try
Burritos and sandwiches and smoothies—oh my! These mouth-watering breakfast recipes are a great way to fuel your day.
Struggle with chronic work-induced pain? Try these natural pain management techniques
Meditation and mindfulness, acupuncture, hot/cold therapy, and exercise are natural ways to reduce chronic pain and improve quality of life.
Reduce job site plastic use with these 8 reusable water bottles
Yeti, Healthy Human, Stanley, and Hydro Flask offer durable and insulated water bottles to stay hydrated on the construction site.
CVD rates in construction are high—adding cocoa to your coffee might help your heart
Coffee contains more than 100 bioactive compounds that mitigate inflammation and fight oxidative stress to improve heart health, and adding cocoa amplifies these benefits.
Suicide rate among construction workers hits crisis levels: ‘We have to watch out for each other’
The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates compared to other industries, the CDC said.
Construction workers are dying from suicide at an alarming rate
The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates among professions, with an estimated 6,000 construction workers dying by suicide in 2022.
Health woes plaguing construction workers—and how to prevent them
Lung diseases, mental health issues, hearing impairment, and cardiovascular diseases are some of the major health concerns plaguing the construction industry.
Working in construction is stressful—Here’s how to manage it
Deadlines, budgeting, and physical demands are the most common causes of stress among construction workers—proper nutrition and sleep can help manage stress.
Hydration roundup: Top electrolyte products to keep you hydrated on-site
Looking to stay hydrated under the hot summer sun? NUUN, LMNT, Tailwinds Nutrition, and Cymbiotika are a few of our favorite electrolyte drink picks.
Top 8 supplements for construction professionals to improve sleep quality
Melatonin isn’t the only sleep aid. Tart cherry, valerian, GABA, chamomile, and CBD are science-backed alternatives that may improve sleep quality.
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