Workers regularly use unhealthy snacks to help them get through the day, with truck drivers being the worst offenders, according to a new study.

A survey of over 3,000 adults by PruHealth showed that, contrary to popular belief, tradesmen were most likely to choose a salad for lunch, according to the Press Association.

Almost two out of three teachers took their own lunch to work and many said they never ate unhealthy snacks such as chocolate or chips.  Bankers and accountants were among the unhealthiest eaters, although truckers and transport workers topped the list, with many being partial to fried fast food and soda pop.

“It can be difficult to eat a balanced diet while at work, particularly if working hours are unpredictable or if you’re pressed for time,” said Katie Roswell, marketing director of PruHealth.  “Grabbing a sandwich from a shop might seem like a healthy, quick-fix option, but it can sometimes be difficult to judge how nutritious the contents actually are.”

“Encouraging staff to take a balanced approach to healthy eating can have a positive impact on employees’ stress levels as well as their overall well-being,” Roswell said.