Simple Tips for Overcoming Unhealthy Food Choices
Here are some simple ideas for you to share with your workers. Use them in a newsletter or send them in a weekly tips email.
- Be certain to eat breakfast even if it is something as little as a piece of cheese and fruit or yogurt. Eating breakfast proves to jump start your metabolism and help stop overeating throughout the rest of the day.
- Pack your own lunch for work which will help to control portion sizes and unhealthy choices offered in vending machines or cafeterias. Take leftovers, save cash, and calories!
- If you do eat out, ask a co-worker to share a meal with you or ask for a box with your meal and immediately put 1/2 of it in the box to take home. Hey, lunch for tomorrow!
- Be certain to drink a lot of water (6-8 full 8oz glasses) each day to help curve cravings and keep you appetite satisfied.
- Increase your fruit and vegetable consumption to at least 5-9 servings but more the better! A diet high in antioxidants helps fight off illness and disease and boosts your immune system. Add veggies to your sandwiches, salads, and/or use fruits to make smoothies!
Building an environment that supports healthy eating is one that won’t only benefit workers but also the entire family. If workers are exposed to the information at work they’re more likely to pass it along to other members of the family, including their children.
