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It's time to get your daily dose of nutrition and bring a bit of fun to your workplace on National Fruit at Work Day, which is celebrated on the first Tuesday in October! This special day was created by the British Nutrition Foundation in 2003 to promote healthy eating habits among employees. Eating fruit can help provide essential vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy diet while also helping to improve mood, concentration, and energy levels. So, why not join in the festivities this year? Bring some delicious fruits into work and share them with your colleagues – it's sure to make for a great start to the day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Foundation of the Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Fruit at Work Day is established by the British Nutrition Foundation to promote healthy eating at workplaces.</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'>First Major Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Two years following its inception, the observance gains traction and organizations across the U.K. start actively participating.</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'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The event is acknowledged internationally, with companies around the world celebrating National Fruit at Work Day.</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'>Yearly Themes Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>The British Nutrition Foundation introduces yearly themes to the celebration in order to create awareness on specific fruits or health benefits.</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'>Major Workplace Healthy Eating Initiatives</div><div class='timeline-text'>Several large companies establish healthy eating initiatives in the workplace, in alignment with the mission of National Fruit at Work Day.</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'>Bring in a fruit basket</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Surprise your coworkers with a fresh fruit basket. Make sure to include everyone’s favorites and you’ll have a great way to get the day started.</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'>Host a fruit tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a fruit tasting using unusual or exotic fruits. Ask coworkers to bring in their favorite fruits and have everyone sample each other’s offerings.</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'>Hold a smoothie making contest</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Competition is always fun! Gather together a few teams and have them compete against one another to see who can make the best smoothie from the ingredients provided.</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'>Make fruit skewers</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some of your favorite fruits and create delicious fruit skewers. Serve them as part of a snack platter or as an afternoon treat.</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'>Create a fruit salad bar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set up a special fruit salad bar at work with a variety of fresh fruits, nuts, and other toppings. This will be sure to bring lots of smiles and get everyone in the spirit of celebrating National Fruit at Work Day.</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'>Fruit is healthy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Eating fruit is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals. Fruits are low in fat and calories, yet they're still full of flavor and nutrients - so they make the perfect snack while you're at work! Plus, since they come in such a wide variety of shapes and sizes, there's something for everyone.</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'>Fruit can boost energy levels</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>At work, it can be hard to find the energy to stay focused throughout the day. But eating some fresh fruit can help give you an energy boost that'll keep you going until quitting time! Apples, oranges, bananas - all these fruits contain natural sugars that can give you an extra burst of energy when you need it most.</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'>Fruit helps reduce stress</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The workplace can be stressful at times, but eating some fruit while you're on the job can go a long way towards reducing stress levels. Fruits are packed with fiber which helps keep your digestive system running smoothly. They also contain calming compounds that can help ease any anxious feelings or mood swings.</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 Word "Fruit" Has Diverse Origins</h3><p class='facts-content'>The word fruit originated from the Latin word 'fructus,' which means 'enjoyment of produce' and it certainly brings great enjoyment at your workplace.</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'>Oldest Known Fruits Are Over 52 Million Years Old</h3><p class='facts-content'>Fossilised fruits from the early Eocene era, over 52 million years ago, were found in South America. Imagine sharing these ancient natural gems with your colleagues!</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'>Apples are Packed With Air</h3><p class='facts-content'>Ever wondered why apples float on water? 25% of their volume is air! Now, imagine the reactions when you share this fun fact with your coworkers next Apple Day.</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'>Bananas are Berries But Strawberries Are Not</h3><p class='facts-content'>In botanical terms, berries are fruits developed from a single ovary. So, it turns out bananas are berries while strawberries are not - add this to your conversation starters at work.</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'>Pineapples Take Almost 3 Years To Grow</h3><p class='facts-content'>It takes about 2-3 years for pineapples to reach maturation. This hearty fruit is a source of vitamin C and manganese that helps fight fatigue - a perfect mid-day snack at work.</p></div></div>
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