A recent survey showed that about half of workers eat lunch at their desk and many don’t bother eating lunch at all. Are you one of those who dine by the glow of your computer screen? You should know that eating lunch at your desk is bad for your brain. In particular:
1. Being sedentary hurts your brain. Sitting too long in one place strains your cardiovascular system, may cause you to gain weight, and otherwise increases the likelihood that you’ll end up with a stroke or other health problems.
2. Socializing with your coworkers is good for your brain. Instead of eating lunch alone, go out with your fellow wage-slaves—even the one you don’t like very well. Not only does socializing make your brain happy, it will probably help you do better at work.
3. Taking a break feeds your brain. Give yourself something to look at besides your cubicle walls and something to think about other than that report you’re working on. Coming back to your work refreshed and energized makes you more productive than slogging through it. Changing up your surroundings can help boost creativity and can help prevent stress and burnout.