There’s no doubt that technology has simplified the way we carry out our day to day routine. Computers help us do things faster, emails and text messages let us always be in touch. While being always plugged in can make us feel safe, connected (both at work and at home).
It’s one thing to pull a long day to each of us once in a while to finish a project or deal with the crisis but it’s another to routinely stay late at the office or work till the night. The hectic schedule can have an extremely negative impact on health, happiness and quality of life.
Overworking can cause a lot of health problems like stress, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, insomnia etc.
A study has been found that people who work long hours are more likely to suffer from coronary heart disease than those who work for standard hours.
Ways which can prevent you from getting the stroke if you work for Long hours:
Try to take Break in between the Work
When working for long hours then the break is necessary as regular work can cause strain to the eyes and body which makes the body weaker. If you are working for more than 8 hours then try to take a break for at least 5 min after every 2 hours.
Eat Dark Chocolate
Some Studies have suggested that consuming dark chocolates can reduce the risk of heart disease as the flavonoids in dark chocolate can help arteries to stay flexible. Other properties of Chocolate will help to remove bad cholesterol in the body and less likely to make the plaque.
Drink Lots of water throughout the day
Drinking 10 Glasses of water per day will prevent you from the heart attack. It is because the body will be hydrated with water and keeping your body hydrated and detoxed during a working day will improve the blood flow and prevent the stroke.
Do Physical Activity Daily
As everyone is aware that doing exercise and physical activity is the healthiest thing to do on the planet. Physical activity will help you to prevent any diseases. If we talk about heart disease than physical activity is the important thing to do. Do some simple exercises you can do at your desk to stay fit or do them from the comfort of your home. It can be done in the form of Light Yoga, Running, Exercise, Skipping, Cycling etc.
Include Food Rich in Omega 3 and 6 Fatty Acids
Fats which have high saturated fat will increase the risk of any kind of heart disease as it builds plaque in the arteries and will further cause heart disease. Including fats like avocado, olive oil, canola oil, fish liver oil, cod liver oil, flaxseeds that are rich in Omega 3 and 6.
Working too much can lay stress on the body and the brain in different ways, by boosting stress and by getting in the way of exercise, healthy eating, and other good habits. So one must find ways to relax at in between the long working hours to stay healthy and fit.
