5 Tips to Eat Healthy At Work

5 Tips to Eat Healthy At Work

By Dean Gomez

If there is one thing that is certain about work for all working professionals it may be that it brings about several opportunities on a daily basis to eat unhealthy. Lets face it if you have worked in an office, at home, in the service industry, or wherever it may be you have experienced how easy it is to begin snacking on something just to pass the time. That's why we have decided to post 5 strategies for eating healthy while you are at work so that all that extra effort you exert at the gym doesn't go to waste!

Eat Away From Your Desk

The worst thing you can do whenever you sit down to eat is to place yourself in an atmosphere where you can be easily distracted from the food in front of you. Eating in front of your computer, the television, or at a sporting event may be convenient and fun but it ends up being unhealthy if you overeat. Instead when you sit down to eat you should focus on the actual food in front of you. This will do several things. First, it will help you to enjoy your food more. Next it will keep you from overeating. We all know how easy it is to overeat when the television is on but we forget that it is just as easy to overeat while reading an email. So tomorrow get up with your food and eat in the kitchen on your lunch break.

Prepare Lunch for the Next Day

One of the best strategies for eating healthy at work is to prepare your meal beforehand. With all the stress of the work day and with so much on your mind it is easy to find a way to eat out every day. Well the fact remains that eating out always leads to more sodium, calories, and fat than if you ate something you prepared on your own. So the trick is to prepare your lunch yourself. Specifically we advise that you prepare your sack lunch the evening before work while you are cooking dinner so that you don't have to worry about running out of time the morning of which happens easily and will once again leave you the only option of eating out.

Stock Up on Healthy Snacks

Even if you start the day with a healthy and filling breakfast you will often find yourself hungry again before lunch. This can be dangerous in terms of sabotaging your diet because once you begin snacking on something it is often hard to stop. That is why when you reach for a snack you should grab something with some type of nutritional value. Preferably a fruit or a vegetable since both are high in fiber which will help suppress your appetite while providing your body the nutrients it needs.

Eat at the Grocery Store

Even if you been good at sticking to a strict diet there will come a time when you want to get away from your work space and drive to eat lunch elsewhere. This is completely understandable and is good in terms of relaxing your mind for a moment so that you can return to work refreshed and ready to focus. The easy thing to do when you want to eat out is to find the nearest fast food restaurant or sandwich deli. Instead we advise you to find the nearest grocery store. Grocery stores are notorious for having a fresh and affordable salad bar where you can get your filling of greens and other nutritious toppings that will make for an excellent lunch outside the office. In addition you can get your fill of shopping in and grab those fruits and veggies that we mentioned can be used as mid-day snacks in between meals.

Set a Goal

Numerous studies have shown that if you set a goal for yourself and write it down you are twice as likely to meet that goal than if you just keep it in your own head. Then if you decide to post that goal publicly such as on a sticky note in your cubicle where co-workers might have a chance to see it if they peak their head inside your work area you are 4 times as likely to meet that goal.

So go ahead and make a goal for yourself such as eating healthy 4 out of the 5 workdays a week and semi- nutritious on that off day and post that goal somewhere you look everyday. Then if you want to motivate yourself even further also post a picture of somebody you wish to look like. Could be a magazine cut out of a lean couple walking on the beach. Just seeing the image will register better with your brain what it is you are trying to achieve.

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How to Keep your Skin Hydrated

Author: Charlotte Bleasdale

Many people suffer from dry skin, whether on the body or, more commonly, on the face. We put our skin through a lot and expose it to all sorts of things so it's really not surprising. If you're finding stubborn dry patches hard to shift, here are some easy ways to help your skin back to its lovely smooth condition.

Skincare tips:

• Wear sun cream (or foundation with SPF) all year round to protect yourself from the damaging and drying effects of the sun.

• Drinking alcohol and caffeinated drinks can have a drying effect on the skin so try and cut down on these or cut them out completely of you can – at least for a spell.

• Drink plenty of water instead – aim for around 8 glasses a day. If you find this tricky, keep a large bottle on your desk and you'll be surprised how easy It is to get through. Keeping it at room temperature rather than icy cold also makes it easier to consume.

• Although it's good for your insides, water actually has a drying effect on the outside of your skin as it can rinse away your skin's natural oils. Hot water is the worst culprit for this, so if you can keep showers cool or warm rather than piping hot. Also make sure you wear gloves when you're doing the washing up.

• Avoid washing with harsh soaps, especially on your face. A moisturising shower cream will be much gentler and replenish some of your skins natural oils.

• Add a splash of oil to your bath to lock in moisture and nourish your skin. Natural oils like olive or almond are very effective and also inexpensive. These can also be applied to in a thin layer to damp skin when you get out of the shower.

• Dry your skin gently with your towel in a patting rather than a rubbing motion. Dry skin is more easily irritated and rubbing vigorously can lead to rashes.

• When you're thoroughly dried off, apply moisturiser to your whole body. Your skin is an organ so it's best to treat it holistically. You may wish to apply a more greasy ointment to problem patches, particularly before bed.

• Exfoliating with a scrub is a good way to remove any patches of flaky skin that cannot be restored with moisturiser alone. Don't do this more than once or twice a week though and avoid completely if your dry skin patches are itchy at all as scrubbing will only irritate it further.

• Try eating plenty of oily fish and nuts, or failing that take a vitamin E supplement or cod liver oil.

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Fake Tan: It's Easier Than You Think

Author: Charlotte Bleasdale

If you've got milk bottle legs and are longing for a golden glow – don't fear the fake tan! Getting it right is easier than you think. Use it for a special occasion or do it at home to save money you'd spend at the salon.

Follow these three easy steps and you'll be looking chic and sun-kissed in no time.

Prepare your skin

Getting your skin ready for your tan is almost as important as the way you apply it and a step that women are often tempted to skip. We're not talking a last minute moisturise here! Here's how to do it properly.

The first step is to get your legs hair free so the tan goes on smoothly. Do this well in advance of when you plan to apply the tan – at least 24 hours before if you're shaving, or two days if you're waxing. If you do it too close your pores will be open and will collect the tan.

Next, use an exfoliating scrub all over your body to remove any dry skin. Give plenty of attention to extra-dry bits such as your elbows, knees, ankles and heels. This will make your skin extra smooth, allowing the tan to glide on easily. It will also prolong the life of your tan as you won't be applying tan to old skin that's due to be shed any naturally anyway.

The final preparation step is to moisturise all over, using more in those problem dry spots. Don't leave this until the day of your tan as it will stop the tan from sticking.

Applying your tanning product

Choose a shade of fake tan that's appropriate for your skin tone to get the most natural look. Whether you prefer spray, mousse, cream or gel is really down to a matter of personal preference so why not try a different one each time until you find your favourite? If you're new to fake tanning, a moisturiser with fake tan is a good place to start as you can build your tan up slowly and you can't really go wrong as it's so light.

Fake tan can stain your clothes, so just before bed is the best time to apply it. You can then pop an old pair of pyjamas on and give your tan plenty of time to develop overnight. Even so, you'll need to waist at least ten minutes before wearing any type of loose clothing.

Apply your fake tan with your hands, or if you're worried about them becoming too stained, wear latex gloves or a tanning mitt.

It's best to start applying at your feet and work up, or vice-versa. If you're worried about applying it to your face, try a special facial tanning cream that's more gently, or dilute ordinary fake tan with a little moisturiser. If it comes out lighter than you'd like you can always wear bronzer – better too light than too dark when it comes to your face.

If you've decided not to wear gloves you'll now need to thoroughly wash your hands. You can then add a light layer of tan to your hands (removing all jewellery first), blending very carefully between your fingers and at the wrists.

For a deep tan you can reapply up to three times, but make sure you allow you're tan to fully develop before adding a second coat or you could end up more tanned than you intended. You'll need to avoid having a shower or a bath for at least eight hours after you've put your tan on, and try to avoid water generally for at least three.

Maintaining your tan

To prolong the life of your tan and keep it looking its best, make sure you moisturise every day. After five days or so, exfoliate lightly to get rid of any dead skin and to ensure your tan does not go patchy as it fades. To keep your tan topped up, you can reapply your fake tan on the day of exfoliation.

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No more bare feet

Yesterday I received a prescription for orthotic shoes and inserts. Afterwards, I went for a fitting. The choice was better than I expected. My idea of orthotic shoes are the ones my grandmother used to wear - as heavy as a bowling ball, black, and ugly. Most of the orthotic shoes are indeed quite ugly, but some of them are accceptably plain and don't look like something one needs a prescription for.

I saw that there were slippers near the wall of shoes and asked if they were special. "Oh, you can't wear those", said the orthotics expert.* "Well, what should I wear in the house?" I asked, quite innocently. He answered, "the shoes." "Shoes? In the house?" I was appalled, not because I park my shoes at the door, but he seemed so deadly serious.

Then he went on to explain to me just how serious my foot conditions are, and that going barefoot, even on the beach, was now a thing of the past. I should wear lace-up shoes at all times, and if I want to put my feet up on my sofa, I'll just have to unlace my shoes. What will I do in homes (or a Buddhist meditation hall) where no shoes are allowed? I have no idea. Perhaps there are orthotic slippers out there somewhere for me, but he was adamant that they were not for me. I looked at the fleece lined slip-ons with longing.

Being told that I should never go barefoot again feels like a turning point in my life. It's not that I'll never feel the sensation of grass and sand beneath my feet, because I can certainly take off my shoes when I sit down. But somehow, that's different. The truth is, I haven't been able to walk barefoot since last Spring, when my right foot started bothering me. Since then, both my feet have gotten progressively worse, and now, even walking in the best shoes I've got makes my feet hurt so much that they wake me up at night.

So, what's the "turning point" feeling all about? It's the end of youth. Sure, I know my youth ended quite a while ago now, but this feels different. The restrictions, ever mounting, on what I eat, wear on my feet, how much I walk, what kind of exercise I can do, the amount of energy I expend in a day. . .well, this is the antithesis of youth. Youth, almost by definition, is carefree.

As I bid the past adieu, I am trying to accept what is. Today I missed the poetry workshop at Treetop Zen Center, for I woke up in the middle of the night with a terrible bout of GERD and, in the wee hours of the morning, a lot of inflammation and pain. I slept through my alarm clock and when I finally was awake enough to get up, the workshop was just starting, 45 minutes away. Even if it was down the street, I felt too awful to go. The urge to cry washed over me, but it passed as I thought about all the things I could do here at home. I can acknowledge my feelings of loss, but I don't have to let them ruin my day. Yeah, I feel like crap, but I can read, knit, write this entry, listen to some new audiobooks I just put into iTunes, and even have a nap later if need be. Perhaps I needed a day off, even as I wanted to attend the workshop. I'm beginning to listen to my body very carefully. I used to fight what my body told me it needed, as if it was something separate from myself.

So, here I am with two aching feet. Today I am looking forward to my orthotic shoes! I'm wondering what I'll do with all the lovely high heels that are sitting in my closet. Anyone have a size 8 foot? There are shoes that need good homes!

Photo note: I guess I won't be wearing these 19th century boots. I do have a pair of boots that are similar (in black). I can't bear the thought of parting with them, though I haven't worn them in at least ten years. That's a bad case of attachment!

*What he's actually called is beyond me, and I should know, considering I'm studying medical transcription. But, since I am studying medical transcription, and am taking a break at the moment, I refuse to look up the term.