April 23, 2020 | Explore Life Style

Based on the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), 67% of adults were overweight in 2017-2018. Obesity leads to chronic illnesses like cancer and cardiovascular diseases. However, despite knowing this, adults continue making unhealthy food choices. So what is the problem? The simple truth is that junk food is more readily available. In Australia, where employees spend a minimum of 38 hours per week in the office, the stressful work environment leads most employees to munch on unhealthy snacks. How can the habit be stopped? Fortunately, there is a solution; companies like Snackwize now offer healthy, delicious, and nutritionist-approved snacks to offices. Although snacks used to have a bad reputation, recent studies show that snacking does not result in weight gain when taken with a healthy, balanced diet. Snacks Will Lead You to a Healthier Lifestyle According to a recent article, the top two New Year resolutions made by Australians were to lose weight and eat healthier. Unfortunately, years of eating unhealthy food have trained our taste buds to eat more of the same. Previously, healthy foods were known to taste like cardboard. The good news is that nutritionists have been busy creating nutrient-rich yet delicious snacks. If you try experimenting with healthy snacks, you will be on the road to discovering your favorites. Some renowned companies like Snackwize and other providers can bring you a variety of snacks like: Protein bars and balls, in sweet and spicy flavors Fruit crisps Trail mix nuts Biscuits made from ginger, dates, coconuts, and cacao Beef jerky and biltong Baked and multigrain chips Popcorn cooked in organic coconut oil Dark chocolate Carob snacks. These are all free from preservatives and artificial flavors. Snacks Will Address Your Special Dietary Needs There is a growing community of Australians who follow Paleo, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. When in the office, however, sticking to these diets can be challenging. With these new services, however, Paleo, vegan, and gluten-free snack boxes are also available. There is something for everyone. Snacks will make you happier at work A recent survey by ZeroCrater found that up to 38% of employees consider office food as a welcome office perk. Nine out of ten of those surveyed considered snacks as necessary. Everyone knows that one of Google’s popular perks is its free meals for employees. Snacks will boost your productivity Everyone has experienced that 3 pm slump, the time wherein energy levels are lowest. The natural response is to reach for sugary and salty snacks, as well as caffeine-loaded drinks. Munching on healthy snacks increases energy and brain performance. Productivity levels will remain high throughout the day. Plus, having snacks readily available in the office pantry means that people spend more time inside the office. Snacks will increase office morale In the same survey by Zerocrater, 67 percent of companies cited providing meals as part of their retention strategy. Eating together acts like social glue, according to studies by Cornell University. Meals are part of office culture - from the onboarding process to office celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, and awarding of achievements. Likewise, sharing afternoon snacks builds camaraderie. Therefore, promoting a snack culture at work is beneficial to everyone. Aside from moving towards better health with organic products, everyone will be spending more time at work.

M	T	W	T	F	S	S
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
20	21	22	23	24	25	26
27	28	29	30

Daily Archives: April 23, 2020

Fact: Snacking Can Improve Your Work!

Seafood Buffet: Enjoying the Bounty from the Sea