How skipping lunch for a busy schedule can damage your health

Work pressure at the office is normal. But that doesn't mean you have to work all day long. Some people even skip lunch due to work pressure. They think that if they get this time, they will be able to do some more work. There is no such harm in doing this for a day or two. But health experts say that if you do this regularly, it can lead to various physical problems. 

What are the risks of skipping lunch? 

Loss of energy: By eating food on time every day at noon, the body gets the necessary energy for the whole day. As a result, you will be able to concentrate on your work and your work efficiency will also increase. But if you spend time on an empty stomach due to work pressure, you may experience problems like frequent hunger, dizziness, fatigue, irritability. This will also reduce your work efficiency. So no matter how much pressure you have at noon, you must eat. 

Loss of focus at work: The food you eat nourishes your brain. As a result, your brain can function properly. But if you don't eat at noon, your brain won't get the nutrition it needs. As a result, it will not be possible for you to work properly. For example, you will have trouble doing any complex work. 

Hypoglycemia: Eating regular meals is very important to keep blood sugar levels normal. But skipping lunch can lead to hypoglycemia. As a result, the level of sugar in the blood decreases abnormally. This can worsen the condition of diabetic patients. Health may also deteriorate. 

Weight gain: Many of us think that if we don't eat, we will lose weight. But the reality is that not eating makes you gain more weight. Because, when you skip a meal, you will feel very hungry the next time. As a result, you will unknowingly eat a lot of food. As a result, you will gain weight. 

Digestive problems: Eating regular meals every day provides the body with essential nutrients. Nutrition is very important for your overall health. But skipping lunch can cause digestive problems like gas, acidity, bloating, and constipation. So eat lunch every day to keep your digestive system healthy. 

What to eat for lunch? 

Healthy food: Whether you work in an office or elsewhere, you must eat fruits, vegetables, fiber-rich foods, and protein-rich foods at noon to stay healthy. This will give your body the necessary energy. And your overall health will improve. 

Drink enough water: To stay healthy, you need to eat healthy food as well as drink enough water throughout the day. This will reduce fatigue and headaches. These types of problems occur when the body becomes dehydrated. 

Take a break from work while eating: Many people continue to work while eating. But this should never be done. Stay away from work while eating. Take some time to enjoy your lunch. It will also refresh your mind.

Healthy snacks: You may feel hungry between two meals. So keep fruits, nuts, or yogurt with you. It will keep you healthy. You can avoid outside food. 

Eat with colleagues: Eat with colleagues instead of eating alone. This will strengthen the relationship between you. And a happy environment will be created in the workplace. 

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