Why You Should Be Eating Healthier At Work

Poor diet is costing more than bad health. According to the International Labour Office, poor diet is causing up to 20% lost productivity by employees. Employees are also missing more days of work and costing companies higher insurance costs. There is clearly a problem with the diet of the standard American diet (also referred to as the S.A.D. diet). With a food supply loaded with genetically modified ingredients and empty calories, it is easy to see why over two thirds of the American population is obese.

In the workplace, the trend continues. Often times, employees do not have access to foods on the job. When they are provided, processed foods and snacks dominate the vending machines and pantry kitchens. While employers can’t control what their employees eat on a daily basis, they can provide healthy choices and promote health starting from the office. Employees can then build from this momentum in the office and practice healthier habits in their daily lives.

When beginning to create a shift in the health of a workplace, it is best to take small, tangible steps to work towards a greater overall goal. One place to start is with food. By offering organic produce in the office, companies can encourage employees to consume more fruits and vegetables. The USDA recommends adults eat anywhere from 2-6 cups of vegetables per day in addition to proper sleep and activity habits to promote a healthy lifestyle. Instead of offering chips, candy bars, and sodas to curb hunger, employers can shift to fruits and vegetables and healthy water.

Nature’s Garden Express is an organic produce delivery company that can help companies get a jump start to their wellness efforts. By bringing fresh, organic, seasonal produce into the office and making it available to employees on a daily basis, businesses can encourage healthy snacking and eating habits at work. Replacing empty calories with natural foods can boost energy levels and prevent the dreaded mid-day crash. Gaining electrolytes and vitamins from produce super-foods can provide a boost and help curb the desire to load up on coffee to make it through the day. The most important step towards a healthier workplace is the first one.  Nature’s Garden makes it easy by delivering organic produce right to the office.