WHY You Need to Eat a Healthy Lunch at Work!

WHY you need to eat a healthy lunch at work!

Some people think they can ride out the day without lunch but there are some problems that might arise. Skipping lunch is like going on a mini fast and may lead to intense feelings of hunger especially if breakfast was not adequate.

Your body has evolved for survival, and if you go too long without eating you begin to get very hungry and all you can think about is food and your next meal. This leads to deterioration in your performance at work.

The brain’s exclusive fuel, glucose, is compromised within four to six hours if you have not eaten. That’s because the glucose stored in the liver as glycogen, runs out during this time period. When blood glucose dips too low, the liver converts glycogen into glucose and releases it into the blood. But if its glycogen has been depleted, the body has to turn to less efficient fueling methods, and are likely to eat too much at the next opportunity, making it difficult to maintain a healthy weight.

The key to a nutritious packed lunch is variety and getting the right balance of foods to provide you with the nutrients you need to stay healthy. This include hearty- fiber rich cards, lean protein, low in ‘bad’ fats, and plenty of fruits and veggies! See the recipes below for healthy lunches so you can be at the top of your game at work!

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/…/guide/healthy-lunch-ideas-work