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Get ready to switch up your morning routine because April 12 is Deskfast Day! This day celebrates the act of enjoying breakfast at your desk, whether it's in the office or at home. The idea behind this holiday is to save time and increase productivity by combining breakfast and work. It may sound like a recent trend, but deskfasting has actually been around since the early 2000s. So why not give it a try and start your day off with a delicious meal while getting things done? Your stomach and boss will thank you for it!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Deskfasting Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>The trend of eating breakfast at one's workplace rather than at home, known as "deskfasting", begins during the early 2000s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Deskfasting Popularity Increase</div><div class='timeline-text'>Deskfast becomes hugely popular among busy employees, particularly in big cities with long commutes and early starts at work.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Deskfast Industry Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>Convenience food companies begin to cash in on the trend, leading to an increased variety of easy-to-eat breakfast products suitable for deskfasting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Health Conscious Deskfasting</div><div class='timeline-text'>With health and wellness trends on the rise, many start paying attention to the nutritional value of deskfast items, favouring healthier options.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Deskfast Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Deskfast Day is observed on April 12, celebrating the act of merging breakfast and work for increased productivity and time efficiency.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Deskfast Spread</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some of your favorite breakfast foods and create a deskfast spread at your desk. This could include items like granola bars, fruit, yogurt, or even a breakfast sandwich.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hold a Deskfast Potluck</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your coworkers to join in on the deskfast fun by organizing a potluck. Each person can bring in a dish to share and you can all enjoy breakfast together at work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Dress up for Deskfast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Encourage everyone to dress up in their favorite breakfast-themed outfit for Deskfast Day. This could mean wearing pajamas, a bacon and eggs costume, or even a cereal box t-shirt.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a Deskfast Meeting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Instead of the usual conference room meeting, mix things up by having a deskfast meeting. This will give everyone a chance to enjoy breakfast while still being productive.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make Deskfast Goodie Bags</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Surprise your coworkers by leaving small goodie bags filled with breakfast treats on their desks for Deskfast Day. This will spread the deskfast love and make everyone's morning a little sweeter.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a time-saving breakfast option</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Deskfast (or breakfast at your desk) is the perfect solution for busy mornings when you don't have time to sit down and eat. Just grab something quick and easy, like a granola bar or yogurt, and enjoy it while you work!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It allows for productivity during mealtime</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Eating breakfast at our desks means we can continue working, making it a more efficient use of our time. This way, we can get more done in the morning and have a better balance between work and personal life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes healthy eating habits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There are many options for desk-friendly breakfasts that are not just convenient but also good for us. From fruit cups to oatmeal cups, these options can help us make healthier choices and start our day off on the right foot.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The term "deskfast" is a portmanteau</h3><p class='facts-content'>The word "deskfast" emerges as a combination of the words "desk" and "breakfast", reflecting the practice of having the first meal of the day at one's workstation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Deskfast day promotes nutritional awareness</h3><p class='facts-content'>Deskfast Day not only highlights the efficiency of eating at work but also encourages us to check the nutritional value of the food we consume, promoting overall health and wellness.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Deskfast is not limited to traditional breakfast foods</h3><p class='facts-content'>What constitutes a deskfast is fairly flexible - so long as it's quick, relatively clean to eat, and can boost your energy to start the day, it can be considered a deskfast.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Deskfast can contribute to better work-life balance</h3><p class='facts-content'>By eating breakfast at work - deskfast can save time in the morning rush hours - giving more time for other activities or extra sleep, which is a contributing factor to a balanced lifestyle.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Deskfast boosts the convenience food industry</h3><p class='facts-content'>The rise of deskfast has led to an increase in demand for nutritious, ready-to-eat breakfast options. This in turn has resulted in a boom in the convenience food industry.</p></div></div>
Deskfast Day is celebrated on April 12 every year. In 2024 Deskfast Day will occur on a Friday.
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