Sure, you are busy. Work, children, new opportunities, those are often the priority. Healthy eating becomes a secondary concern in your life. So, you run down to the lunch bar, grab the easiest and quickest thing to eat, and run back to the office for a working lunch. Even when you get home, you are probably so tired you just call up and order takeaway. This may solve the food problem but eventually it takes its toll on your health, either through weight gain, lost energy, or both. Even the busiest workaholics can have a healthier diet by integrating these simple six tips into daily busy schedule:
MAKE BREAKFAST A PRIORITY
People tend to be in a rush during the morning as they prepare to go to work, and they usually neglect the first meal of the day. Breakfast is crucial to getting the body ready for the long day. It is recommended starting the day with a glass of hot lemon water, because it will “rejuvenate your system, which has been on a fast all night long. This gives your immune system a boost, strengthens the brain, hydrates, aids digestion and helps relieves stress with vitamin C.
PRE-PORTION YOUR SNACKS TO AVOID OVEREATING
Snacking is one habit a lot of people get into throughout the day so that they can get something into their system. But even when avoiding junk food, people often lose track of how much they eat. Midmorning and afternoon snacks could consist of pre-portioned nuts or fruit. Pre-portioning in the kitchen is most important so that you don’t get tempted to overeat. Better to put a small portion in a bowl than to take the whole bag or box of your snack.
DRINK ENOUGH WATER
People like to drink coffee throughout the workday to keep themselves energised and hydrated. It is recommended to drink between a litre and 2 litres each day depending on weight and physical activity.
EAT AT THE SAME TIME EVERY DAY IF POSSIBLE
Many busy people set daily routines at the office. This way they can control the things that are controllable, leaving them mentally free to deal with whatever unexpected challenges or opportunities come their way. Eating should be no different. Having a specific time and routine for eating ensures that you are able to prepare for it and make healthier choices than rushing through a meal.
HAVE A LIGHTER LUNCH
Lunch is likely the meal that most directly impacts any hard worker, because it happens in the middle of the workday. Calorie-rich business lunches can bring on health risks and joining in on the take-out group can be tempting when busy. Nothing is easier and healthier than a simple salad, which can be prepared rather quickly. Of course you need to lay off the fatty dressing and opt instead for a little lemon juice with a hint of olive oil. Make lunch that consists of a green vegetable salad with protein, along with some sort of thin side carbs (low fat pretzels or crackers with hummus).
WALK AND TALK
Eating healthy alone will not give you the energy and brain power you need for success. Exercise will make a positive impact as well. You may not think you have the time, however walk in your break or at lunch. Take a work colleague with you. Maybe if you need to discuss work, go for a walk and talk though what you need to discuss at the same time.
