We've all heard it times and again that sitting all day long at the desk isn't really good for the health.
Sadly, there aren't any feasible alternatives to this mode of working.
While you can't just leave your job, you can surely do something which
is beneficial for your health. Eating the right kind of fruits can help
you overcome the negative effects of sitting like a robot all day.
Here are five power foods you can enjoy while sitting at your desk.
They can work wonders for your heart, blood pressure, and can even
improve your memory and concentration.
Walnuts
Some new researches have pointed out that walnuts have more (and better
quality) antioxidants than almonds, peanuts, pistachios and many other
nuts. All nuts have been found to improve lipids and can reduce the risk of heart diseases.
Walnuts have also been found to enhance cognitive and motor function in
animals with Alzheimer's. Experts recommend seven walnuts a day.
Cup of Green Tea
Polyphenols, one of the major ingredients of green tea, is known to help repair the damaged DNA
and stimulate the immune system. Besides, research shows that green tea
also helps in reducing the risk of cancers, including skin cancer and
prostate cancer.
Popcorn
If there ever was a list of
healthy snacks,
this is definitely going to be on the list. In fact, many say that
popcorn is the healthiest snack available. It is 100 percent whole grain
and is big on fiber and antioxidants. If you can air-pop your popcorn
and add a minimal quantity of salt, you'd have the best popcorn, say
experts. If your office has a microwave, just make sure you bring a pack
of low sodium popcorn to work.
Dark Chocolate
This, too, contains those powerful antioxidants called Polyphenols
which combat the risk factors (like oxidation of LDL cholesterol) for
heart diseases and also inhibit clotting. Studies have also indicated
that consuming a small bar of dark chocolate daily can reduce blood
pressure in people with mild hypertension. Caffeine, another active
ingredient of
dark chocolate, can give you that much-required kick and a boost in concentration levels.
Fruits
Not only they help you conquer that “false hunger”, they are also
brimming with nutrients which are needed to keep you going all day. You
can choose between apples, bananas, mangoes, oranges, papayas etc. but
make sure you carry some
fruits to the office on a daily basis.
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