Why Do Construction Workers Eat So Much? Fueling a High-Energy Job
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According to a 2019 NIH report, male construction workers can burn an average of 2,400 calories in a standard eight-hour shift, with figures potentially exceeding 4,000 for heavier tasks. This intense energy expenditure is the core reason why construction workers eat so much to fuel their bodies for the arduous tasks they perform.
