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1. Avoid the treats
The birthday doughnuts or the homemade chocolate cookies from colleagues may be tempting, but the experts say to avoid them at all costs. Research from the Royal College of Surgeons has shown the office cake culture, in which workers bring in treats for birthdays and celebrations, is fueling obesity and dental problems.
2. Make a packed lunch
Not only will making your lunch at home save you money, but you can also make sure it is packed full of nutrients without the high sugar, salt and fat you find in many fast food grab-and-go meals.
Fast food lunches "rarely provide you with enough veg, fiber and good quality protein to keep hunger at bay and blood sugar levels stable throughout the afternoon," explained nutritionist Lily Soutter. "A great blood-sugar balancing lunch is essential for preventing that post-afternoon energy slump, as well as keeping hunger at bay."
3. Top up vitamin D levels
Spending short periods of time in the sunshine is a great way to top up your vitamin D levels, but if it's pouring outside or you truly can't leave your desk, there are other ways, such as eating plenty of oily fish.
4. Leave your screen at lunch
Nutritionist Shona Wilkinson of Superfood UK said get away from your desk when you're eating if you can, or at least keep your eyes off the screen.
5. Stay hydrated
Remember to drink plenty of water, advised the nutritionists, as keeping hydrated is important for brain function. Dehydration can lead to headaches and fatigue.
6. Up your steps
Even some gentle exercise everyday will improve your health, the experts said. They suggested taking a walk at lunch time - but if you can't fit this in, podiatrist Dave Wain at Carnation Footcare has some other suggestions.
"Change your route to work. Even by adding an extra five minutes of walking to your journey, you'll up your step count."
7. Don't eat when stressed
Avoid heading for the cookie tin after a stressful meeting, the experts advised. They said try sitting down for lunch without talking too much, focusing on your meal.
8. De-stress with a to-do list
If you don't have time to go out and clear your head on your lunch break, the experts advised writing a to-do list to gather your thoughts.
9. Clean your desk
Desks have been known to harbor 400 times more bacteria than the average toilet seat - stomach-churning news for those who eat at their desks.
Try to spare five minutes a day to give your desk a tidy up and a clean.
10. Embrace fidgeting
Are you naturally someone who feels like they constantly have to move, whether that's simply tapping your foot, or swinging on your chair?
Some studies have suggested this could actually help you burn a few calories, so embrace your fidgeting.