Many adults spend a large portion of their day at work and typically eat at least one meal and snack during their workday. Eating well at work can have a significant impact on overall health and wellbeing. The foods we eat not only impact our physical health, but they also influence our mood and concentration.
A healthy workplace nutrition environment is one of the main influences for eating well at work. This includes foods served at meetings or events, vending machines or cafeterias, fundraising, or foods left in common areas (e.g. the lunchroom, front desks, waiting areas). Having an environment that supports individuals to eat well at work benefits everyone.
Another common factor that influences eating well at work is what employees bring to work. Packing healthy lunches and snacks can be a common barrier for many. Whether it’s a lack of time in the morning or being bored of packing the same thing every day, workday lunches can be a challenge. For time-saving tips of foods to pack, visit the links below.
If you have questions about healthy eating and would like to speak to a Registered Dietitian, call Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000. It’s free!
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