5 healthy habits to adopt at work

5 healthy habits to adopt at work5 healthy habits to adopt at work0In todays world, its the norm to stay chained to your desk for the majority of the day. Unfortunately, although youre working hard, mora desk time and increasingly sedentary lifestyles are causing an increase in major health issues, including type 2 diabetes. In fact, according to research published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, around a third of British adults spend more than six hours sitting down each day Our experts zu siche atYCBare on hand to offer their tips for healthy habits you can adopt for those long days at work.1. Re-think your Meal DealMost of us opt for a meal deal at some point during the week. After all, theyre quick, easy and cost-effective- so why wouldnt you However, not all meal deals are created equal and making healthier swaps is a simple way to implement a healthier lunch habit at work. Londons leading nutritionistLily Souttershares what she would choose from the (iconic ) Boots meal deal.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreFor theMain,I would go for the Deli Egg Avocado, this is a good source of vegetarian protein (22g) and even fiber (8g). It can be hard to find grab and go sandwiches which contain adequate amounts of these two macronutrients. This sandwich is also low in saturated fat, yet the avocado provides a good dose of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.For thesnackpart of the meal deal, I would chooseQuinoa waves, per portion these quinoa waves are in lower calories in comparison to regular crisps.Drinkwise,I would choose theMulti Vit Apple Elderflower, extremely low in calories with only 5 kcal and 0.1g sugar per serving this drink choice would be a good option in comparison to high sugar beverages and can play a positive role on dental health but also our waistline.Lilycontinues,This is meal deal is definitely my top choice. The comb o provides a moderate amount of calories 460 kcal, a good dose of protein 22.8g as well as fiber 8.32g and lastly a low sugar 3.6g and salt 1.6g content. Both protein and especially fibre promotes satiety, decreases hunger and thus helps provide a feeling of fullness. Both these aspects are key role in portion control and keeping energy stable all afternoon long.2. Ditch the threat of DiabetesAs we now know, sitting for long periods of time can have such a detrimental effect on your health and wellbeing. Dr Sarah Brewer, working in association with the type 2 diabetes supplementCuraLinoffers her advice to minimize your risk of obtaining the lifestyle disease.If you work in an office, theres a good chance you spend a large part of your day seated at a desk. Sitting for long periods of time during the day is linked with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer, obesity, and premature death.Stand and walk around at least every 20 to 30 minutes. Build regul ar exercise into every day for example, walking to and from work, or at least part of the way. Stand as much as possible there is a growing trend for standing desks, for example, and for walking meetingsAs well as this, avoid temptation of cakes and biscuits by taking in healthy snacks fruit, hummus and carrots, for example.It is important to drink plenty of water throughout the day to maintain hydration. Ultimately, you should walk as much as possible walk to a local park to eat your healthy packed lunch, brisk walking for at least 30 minutes (and preferably an hour) on most days is ideal.Top tipif youre already suffering from type 2 diabetes, haveCuraLinat your desk for an extra boost. CuraLin(59.00,www.curalife.co) is a nutritional supplement made from a mixture of eleven natural ingredients, which are derived from Ayurvedic medicine that work with the body to help balance the blood sugar levels of those suffering from Type 2 Diabetes.3. Give yourself a natural energy boostIt s one thing to advise us to avoid sitting all day and move around more, but when were fatigued and stressed, it can be really difficult to find the motivation Juggling commuting, working, household chores, seeing friends and family, and trying to squeeze in some me time can take its toll on your health. Your hectic daily schedule could mean that your wellbeing takes a back seat, leaving you feeling zapped of energy and struggling to focus on simple tasks.Thankfullysensecan help Offering smart nutrition for vergammeln living,sense for busy livesis a natural food supplement that provides a targeted multivitamin boost helping you to get the daily nutrients you need.sense for busy livessupports many areas of modern life energy, stress, detox, mental performance and digestion with organic botanicals in each serving.Accredited Nutritionist MSc/BScatsenseDimitra Sentelidou explains,Active ingredients range from the antioxidant-rich acai berry to beetroot, which is associated with boosting exercise performance, to guarana providing a natural way of getting your caffeine hit.sense for Busy Livesis a targeted multivitamin that provides youwith essential daily nutrients, to help you feel less overwhelmed and ready to face the challenges of keeping up with lifes demands.4. Have a workout buddySometimes the thought of spending your precious lunch break at the gym is enough to put you off for life. Sadly, with office culture being so immobile, squeezing in a lunchtime workout can really boost your health.Grab your colleague and go to a fitness class on your lunch break- having a work out buddy or a fitness class that you love, so that exercising isnt thought of as a chore. Exercising on your own, whether its working out in the gym or going for a run, can be a joyless experience. But exercising with others in a class can be motivating and much more fun, especially if theres great music too,recommends Nutritionist and Fitness Instructor Cassandra Barns.5. Make lists and prio ritizeTaking care of your mental health at work is also is crucial for your health and wellbeing. It might sound obvious to make lists, but your mind can be going at a 1000000 miles an hour whilst youre at work with so many things to do and writing things down can really help.This article first appeared on Coffee Break.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people