Why eating in the workplace is bad

Among office workers there are a lot of those who prefer to eat right at their work computer. Some do this because of too busy work schedules, so to speak, “without interruption from production.” Others – because they are too lazy to go to a nearby cafe and calmly dine there. Still others simply because they see nothing harmful and dangerous in it. And probably, most of them.

According to a study by the American Dietetic Association, three quarters of office workers regularly (several times a week) eat at their workplace. This study most likely concerned American employees, but we can confidently say that in the CIS countries this indicator will not differ much, if at all. But based on the conclusions of the same nutritionists and other specialists, it is highly recommended not to eat food at the workplace. The main reasons are as follows: Continue reading →