Work It How will lunch breaks make you better at your job?
Nov 23, 2025
Tang Jia Wen, a journalist from CNA Today, explores the transformative power of lunch breaks at work. She highlights the health risks of dining at your desk and how it can diminish productivity. Tang emphasizes that taking proper breaks can reset your brain and enhance nutrient absorption. She also discusses how team lunches build relationships and promotes a culture of wellness. With practical tips like meal prep and mindful eating, she encourages viewing lunch as an investment in both mental health and productivity.
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Hybrid Work Changed Her Lunch Habits
- Tang Jia Wen says she eats with colleagues in the office but often eats at her desk when working from home.
- This contrasts group lunches in office versus solo desk lunches on remote days.
Eating While Working Undermines The Gut-Brain Axis
- Eating while distracted disrupts the gut-brain axis and can reduce nutrient absorption.
- Tang Jia Wen says this prevents your brain from getting a real mental reset during meals.
Small Lunch Decisions Build Team Rapport
- Team lunches act as informal touchpoints that reveal personal details and build rapport.
- Tang Jia Wen explains small decisions during lunches help teams bond beyond structured events.