Food, Glorious Food...

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By: Janna Parke

I don’t know about you, but food is constantly on my mind! I am always thinking of what would be good to eat at my next meal. I always love eating cookies, bread, and other yummy treats, but that never gives me the energy I need to get through the day. It may seem really silly and insignificant, but the food you eat does affect the way you think and work throughout the day. If you are starting a new job, internship, or school in general and you are having trouble getting into the groove, look into these tips to boost your energy, health, and stamina. It seems that most people know to eat a fully balanced meal with fruits, vegetables, protein, and a few sweets here and there, but these specific tips will help you feel energized and ready for the work day!

1.     Get a good night’s sleep. When you are overtired, it is easy to reach for more food and coffee to keep your energy up. Getting a good sleep also helps you to be alert and more likely to make good decisions.

2.     Eat breakfast. People who eat breakfast are more likely to eat better throughout the rest of the day. Try to eat more protein for breakfast! You can get your brain working right when you wake up so you are ready for the challenges of the day ahead.

3.     Drinks count! Don’t let your calories from the day come from extra drinks such as soft drinks, juices, and coffee with creamer. Drinking 8 cups a day helps you stay full, hydrated, and ready for anything work will throw your way! Take a refillable water bottle to work and make sure to keep drinking water throughout the day.

Taking these small steps and also researching more ways to improve your diet can do more for your mental and physical health then you can imagine. It is important to treat your body with respect, so you can be more productive and successful in the long run. They may seem like common sense, but every once in a while it is good to sit back and really think about how you are keeping a healthy lifestyle. Take the time to reflect on your good and bad habits and think of how these things effect your day-to-day productivity.

Learn that the primary keys to health are good nutrition, pure water, adequate sleep, routine exercise, and happiness. 

For more great tips, check out the full article

http://www.dietriffic.com/2011/03/14/eating-healthy-at-work/