Go tech-free during your lunch break.

01 Tuesday Oct 2019

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A study found that people who were on their phones during lunch, looking at social media or texting friends, reported feeling more “burned out” and “emotionally drained” as the day went on. That’s because the brain is much more active and more likely to tire than any other muscle or organ in your body. And when you stay glued to your phone, even if you’re not using it for work – your brain stays in “work” mode. So, get off your phone during lunch to recharge.

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Working out at lunchtime helps increase energy and productivity.

30 Tuesday Oct 2018

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But who wants to come back to work dripping with sweat? The best move is to cool down quickly with cold water – inside and out. We continue to sweat after a workout because our core body temperature is still above normal. If we lower our core temperature, we’ll stop sweating. So after your workout, drink 12 ounces of cold water slowly – so you don’t get brain freeze. Then, take a shower that’s as cold as you can stand. If you’re still sweating when you get out of the shower, drink more cold water. That comes from Dr. David Nielson, who specializes in treating people for excessive sweating.

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The trick to eating less is to make meals a no-brainer.

09 Tuesday Oct 2018

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Because the more we wonder, “Hmmmm, what am I gonna have?…” the more we tend to indulge.

So says Dr. Mehmet Oz. He says, even a couple seconds of decision-making can override our willpower. That’s why he says it’s best to stick to a set breakfast and lunch – and eat the same thing day in and day out. And if you can stick to that, you can have more leeway with dinner.

But even with dinner, it’s best to have a rotation of three or four ideas. That’ll keep you from getting bored and provide a wider range of nutrients – but you won’t have SO MUCH choice that your diet goes off the rails.

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Do you want to sleep better?

05 Wednesday Jul 2017

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Eat at the same time every day! People who don’t sleep well have a body clock that’s out of sync. But when your food intake is on a set schedule, it helps set your body clock. Your body and brain will know when to anticipate sleep each night and automatically start relaxing. As a bonus: Sleeping better will reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s. According to the American Medical Association, people who get a solid 8 to 9 hours of sleep a night have less of the plaque buildup in the brain that’s linked to Alzheimer’s.

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What’s the BEST time to eat lunch?

26 Monday Jun 2017

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Well, if you’re trying to lose weight, take your lunch break at exactly 12:38 pm. According to a new survey of 1,000 dieters, that’s the optimal time when dieters generally lost the most weight. And the survey goes on to say the best time to eat breakfast is at precisely 7:11 am… and the best time to eat dinner is 6:14 pm. That way you’re fasting for 12 hours – which helps your body use the calories you consume, instead of storing them as fat.

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Suppress hunger with instagram

16 Wednesday Nov 2016

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Go ahead and Instagram your lunch – then take a look at that picture when you get a craving for junk food. Scientists found that the memory of having a large meal can make us feel significantly less hungry, even hours later. So when a craving strikes, check your Instagram feed to suppress your hunger.

Are you getting enough exercise at work each day?

25 Monday Apr 2016

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After you eat lunch at your desk – take a walk. Research from the University of Birmingham shows a 30-minute post-lunch walk immediately improves stress levels, energy and productivity. And you don’t have to power-walk…going whatever pace you want will do the trick.

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12 Thursday Nov 2015

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Would you believe that 22% of office refrigerators are cleaned just once or twice a year? To keep your lunch from becoming a bacteria bomb, the American Dietetic Association recommends storing your food in an airtight container on the top shelf – so nothing can drip on it.

Eat your lunch outside!

07 Tuesday Jul 2015

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If you work INDOORS all day long, try to get OUTDOORS for lunch and eat somewhere green, like at a park. Exposure to nature can relieve stress, boost happiness, and improve productivity. In fact, the University of Michigan found that spending time in natural spaces improves memory and attention span by 20%. If the weather keeps you indoors, at least get away from your computer and sit by a window with a view of nature – which can also be mentally restoring.

Did you know that eating more protein can speed up your metabolism?

12 Monday Jan 2015

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Here’s why: Your body uses more energy to process it than fat and carbohydrates. So, if you want to reap the benefits, try to eat at least 15 grams of protein at each of your meals. For example, you could have an 8-ounce cup of low-fat yogurt at breakfast, a half-cup serving of hummus at lunch, and a 3-ounce salmon fillet for dinner.

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Tag Archives: lunch

Go tech-free during your lunch break.

Working out at lunchtime helps increase energy and productivity.

The trick to eating less is to make meals a no-brainer.

Do you want to sleep better?

What’s the BEST time to eat lunch?

Suppress hunger with instagram

Are you getting enough exercise at work each day?

Food safety at work

Eat your lunch outside!

Did you know that eating more protein can speed up your metabolism?