More than an apple: Better lunch enhances bus drivers’ work performance and well-being

This study aims to seek affordable solutions to help bus drivers reach their health goals and improve work performance. Guided by Herzberg’s motivation theory and self-determination theory, the study investigates ways of reducing the psychological risks bus drivers face by conducting an experiment among them in Shenzhen, China. During the experiment, a serving of fresh fruit (e.g., an apple or a banana) was added to their lunch for 3 weeks. The enhanced lunch helped improve work performance and well-being. Specifically, eating an extra apple or banana was found to reduce depression, and improve self-efficacy and traffic safety. The results indicate that bus drivers could be motivated to work harder as a response to small attention paid to them. This research contributes to a better understanding of food impact on work performance and well-being. It also makes a theoretical contribution to the debate on how hygiene factors may alter job performance.

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    • © 2020 Central Institute for Labour Protection – National Research Institute (CIOP-PIB) 2020. Abstract reprinted with permission of Taylor & Francis.
  • Authors:
    • Zhong, Bu
    • Wang, Xiaohua
    • Yang, Fan
  • Publication Date: 2021-7

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  • Accession Number: 01854250
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Files: TRIS
  • Created Date: Aug 10 2022 4:38PM