When we eat lunch at work every day, it’s easy to forget our good habits and reach for quick, cheap and… not-so-healthy meals. But eating at work every day doesn’t mean you have to eat poorly: a balanced diet is part of a healthy lifestyle. To help, here are a few tips for eating better at work, avoiding mindless snacking and organising your daily meals more effectively.
Our tips for eating better at work
The foundation: a good breakfast
No matter what, always take the time to have breakfast so you don’t feel hungry all day and can get your morning off to a good start. It’s a meal worth making time for! Wholegrain toast, tea, fruit, muesli, lean ham, plain yoghurt… Load up on protein and vitamins to look after your body every day.
Avoid the traps
Knowing how to say no is key! Even when a colleague kindly offers you a pastry, sweets or chocolate… Do your best to avoid fatty and sugary foods between meals: these little extras can quickly add up. You can treat yourself on special occasions, of course, but it shouldn’t become an everyday habit.
Avoid the easy option
Steer clear of ready-made and processed meals, as well as pre-packaged salads and sandwiches. These foods tend to be far too fatty, salty and — perhaps surprisingly — sugary too! Not only do they offer little nutritional value, they often fail to keep you full, leaving you reaching for snacks shortly after. It’s best to avoid making a daily habit of combining fat, salt, sugar and frequent snacking.
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Take a proper lunch break
Whenever possible, try to take a real break by stepping away from work and your screen: sit somewhere calm and focus on what you’re eating. Remember that at lunchtime, the winning formula is protein + starchy foods + vegetables, with plenty of water. You can finish with a piece of fruit or a yoghurt if you’re still hungry. Taking your time over your meal makes it easier to recognise when you’ve had enough and avoid eating beyond your hunger.
Bring your own lunch
The best option is to bring food from home — it’s far more balanced and much more budget-friendly! On the blog, we share plenty of recipes for balanced meals that can be prepared the night before and require no culinary expertise. Bringing your own lunch to work means you can enjoy a healthy, balanced meal.
Snack smart…
…Or rather, make the most of planned snacks — one in the morning and one in the afternoon. These mini-breaks help you recharge and prevent mindless snacking throughout the day. Try a herbal tea or a homemade smoothie with a handful of almonds, a piece of fruit or a dairy snack. Find out more about the importance of snacking right here!
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