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Healthy eating for healthcare workers

Staff Development Weekly: Insight on Evidence-Based Practice in Education, February 21, 2008

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Americans eat more food on the go than ever before, spending more than $400 billion at restaurants. Nearly half the money spent on food is spent on foods prepared outside the home. On average, Americans eat 30 meals a year in their cars. The hectic lifestyle of most healthcare workers can limit their diets. They don't often take steps to eat healthy and opt to take advantage of what foods are simply available during their strenuous schedule.

So what are some simple strategies for instituting a healthier diet?

• Experiment with different fast-cooking grains-couscous, quinoa, polenta, wild rice, and a variety of pastas.
• If you don't have time to food shop, consider grocery shopping online. There is usually only a nominal fee. Simply order and pay online and pick up your bagged groceries on the designated day.
• Don't be afraid to cook. Invest in some cookbooks. There are plenty available with recipes for 20- to 30-minute meals, one-pot meals, or Crock-Pot cooking.

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