Q: What should I do in order to be more alert on the road?

With today's busy schedules, how can you not fall asleep while driving? As a matter of fact, this is happening more and more often amongst consumers. This is an incredibly serious matter and should be prevented at all times. Consider the following tips to help you stay more alert on the road:

• If you listen to music in the car, try not to make it the soothing lullabies, try to put on something that will help you keep your eyes open.
• Drink some coffee in the morning.
• Make sure you eat your breakfast.
• Know that you are getting enough vitamins and minerals.
• Talk to your doctor.
• Don't drink medicine that will increase fatigue such as Nyquil, if you know you are going to be driving.
• Avoid driving when you feel like sleeping.
• Put on the air conditioner or scroll down your windows for some fresh breeze to help you stay awake.
• Make sure you get enough hours of sleep.
• Don't over-work yourself.
• Be relaxed and stress-free.
• Try taking a shower and exercising before leaving the house to keep you awake.
• Try driving with someone.
• Ask for someone else to drive.
• Try calling someone to keep yourself busy.
• Don't drive - try walking instead.
• Make sure that you don't drive a far distance.