1. Posted by newapple@rogers.com on Mon, Feb 26, 2007, 11:25 am PST

I'm looking for information that recognizes that men eat different than women. There's lots of empiricle evidence for this but not much scientific research. I think this has practical applications for advising men and women how to eat to stay healthy.

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2. Posted by FranMoFro on Mon, Feb 26, 2007, 12:44 pm PST

When colleagues get all worked up or seem to nod off in meetings, I always suggest a stretch break to improve circulation and morale. Everyone is usually smiling at the end of the break. They are ready to move on with less hostility or others are more alert and willing to get the matters-on-hand completed.

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3. Posted by rjfoster on Mon, Feb 26, 2007, 2:13 pm PST

I like to do jumping jacks at meetings...it gives me the edge that I need.

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4. Posted by Adi on Mon, Feb 26, 2007, 4:46 pm PST

I think the best way is lowering the working day to 6 hours and starting in a morning not earlier than 8, that will keep us fresh, and not sleepy at work and also give us more time to see our family

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5. Posted by kjheyworth@rogers.com on Mon, Feb 26, 2007, 6:20 pm PST

My son has been eating a handful of dates before his hockey practices and games, and making sure that he is hydrated. We've noticed a big difference in his energy level and his endurance on the ice.

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6. Posted by bluemoonlight93 on Tue, Feb 27, 2007, 6:54 pm PST

fyi selenium can cause serious health drawbacks such as loss of hair+fingernails, and in a longer run: liver complications, and cancer. no reputable studies to date have proven it as a mood enhancer. It is idiocy to tout attributes in a food that aren't there, to a community of people who may actually follow your advice.

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7. Posted by prissie_girl on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 11:17 am PST

Sleep apnea is also a cause for afternoon slumps and low energy. I suggest if you snore or wake gasping during sleep you have a sleep study done. People find they have an "abundant" amount of energy if they use a Cpap machine for sleeping. It's amazing how much more energy you'll experience all day long plus it helps to eliminate risk of heart disease, depression and many other health issues.

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8. Posted by terraak728 on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 11:22 am PST

My "Power Snack" is cubed cheese (colby is a great one) and sliced apple. Lots of fiber, protein, carbs and calcium! It's so delicious to. Everyone I tell about this gets hooked!

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9. Posted by on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 11:22 am PST

My "Power Snack" is cubed cheese (colby is a great one) and sliced apple. Lots of fiber, protein, carbs and calcium! It's so delicious to. Everyone I tell about this gets hooked!

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10. Posted by thompsonhomeemail on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 12:14 pm PST

I keep a bowl of of pineapple in my refrigerator to snack on, the cool fruit makes me think tropical and gives me an afternoon boost.

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11. Posted by mtmcj30 on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 12:26 pm PST

You forgot the main ingredient. A WIFE THAT COOK!

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12. Posted by mtmcj30 on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 12:28 pm PST

YOU! Forgot the main ingredient. A WIFE THAT COOKS!

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13. Posted by pattyemc24 on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 12:57 pm PST

Every day at 3:00 I get the cravings. I drink water all day so I enjoy my almonds or shelled peanuts. I also have clementines or grapes. If I need carbs I have pretzels dipped in hummus. Having lost 75 pounds it is important to eat healthy and not feel deprived. It is a lifestyle change!

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14. Posted by on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:40 pm PST

The best cure for the afternoon slumps is sleep...everyone in the world does it...why not the US

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15. Posted by Chris on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:42 pm PST

8 hour days? What are those? I haven't worked an 8 hour day for 7 years, Ive been stuck on 12 hour shifts and working nights. I found the best thing to do is take a walk. I usually go out for a walk around the building around 3am and that gets me going again. Caffeine and sugar never helped

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16. Posted by Kari on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:43 pm PST

it looks just like ben!!!! (electrograph)

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17. Posted by kris on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:43 pm PST

green tea!

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18. Posted by leopoldomeza on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:43 pm PST

you a idiot healthcare coach. if it didn't matter then people with diabetics wouldn't exist because what kind of carbs they eat wouldnt matter. and if you don't know that you shouldn't call yourself the health coach

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19. Posted by Creative nickname here on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:44 pm PST

A hand full of nuts and dates is no match for the load I tie on at lunch. Just kidding :).

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20. Posted by Jayboo on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:45 pm PST

more of these kinds of articles please! (and less celebrity gossip).

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21. Posted by Rick P on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:45 pm PST

Best Solution is SLEEP!

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22. Posted by Squatch on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:46 pm PST

I hate working for 8-10 hours straight. The US is over-worked.

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23. Posted by Hillery on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:46 pm PST

A handful of tropical trail mix and green tea is always a great thing to keep on hand. It's getting late here @ work, and I just realized I'm out. But I do recommend it to anyone wanting something quick and portable.

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24. Posted by Alex G on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:48 pm PST

Nothing fights afternoon slumps better than a tight deadline and a busy schedule - if your project is due tomorrow you'll be working like Japanese beaver without metrosexual foods like low fat cheese cream stuffed dried dates.

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25. Posted by Russell S on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:49 pm PST

Try ephedra if you can find it. Dont abuse just use people! :)

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26. Posted by Janice B on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:49 pm PST

A nice ripe banana and a 20 oz. Pepsi gets me buzzed with energy, and it lasts for a good three hours. That's my method, anyway.

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27. Posted by Tracy on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:49 pm PST

Staying hydrated and getting up and moving around helps me out.

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28. Posted by KC on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:49 pm PST

alot of the time it really is dehydration. Having water and getting some fresh air does wonders. Also, many of ppl don't eat enough fruit and veggies....amazing what adding it into your day does.

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29. Posted by Anonymous on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:50 pm PST

My doctor actually listened to me and it turns out I have EXCESSIVE SLEEPINESS. All these years of stuggling....and there is a treatment!

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30. Posted by yamaniyyah on Wed, Feb 28, 2007, 2:51 pm PST

I especially liked the idea of 8 ounces of water - walk around the block - and down another 8 ounces of water. What this doesn't take into account is: 1) if you're an employee, you can't just take a break when ever you want to have a walk around the block. 2) if it was me downing 8 ounces of water, I wouldn't get even to the next corner, never mind around the block. I'd be spending the next half an hour in and out of the toilet; and if I down another 8 ounces afterwards, my boss would say he doesn't pay me to waste half a day at the WC. 3) the walking is also meant to get some fresh air; that you could rectify by opening the windows a bit; even in winter time you can do this at least once every while for a few minutes. Most important though: stop overheating an office - that'll prevent dehydration as well. Then you don't have to down 16 ounces of water and afterwards spend the rest of the day at the toilet.

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