#7 – Fueling Success: Eating Healthy While at Work, with Janet Lopez

AVIDly Adulting March 3, 2025 32 min

Janet Lopez, an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing at the University of Central Florida, discusses the importance of healthy eating for productivity and energy levels in the workplace. She emphasizes the role of balanced meals in maintaining stable energy and cognitive function. Janet shares her personal journey and highlights the impact of her AVID teacher, Mr. Jackson, in encouraging her to apply to be a Dell Scholar. She advises on practical tips for healthy eating, such as meal prepping, mindful eating, and setting small goals that are achievable. Janet also stresses the importance of consistency and setting boundaries with coworkers regarding food choices.

Dr. Aliber Lozano
Head of Teaching and Learning, AVID Center

There’s brain food. Certain nutrition-rich foods enhance our cognitive ability to function in overall performance, so what we eat really impacts our productivity and our energy levels.

Janet Lopez, Assistant Professor in the University of Central Florida’s College of Nursing

Video Interview

  • Janet’s AVID Journey and Early Influences
  • Janet’s Career and Passion for Health
  • The Role of Food in Emotional Well-Being
  • Importance of Healthy Eating for Professionals
  • Practical Tips for Healthy Eating at Work
  • Balancing Healthy Eating With a Busy Schedule
  • Setting Small Goals for Healthy Eating
  • Resources and Tools for Healthy Eating
  • Tips for Healthy Eating While Traveling
  • Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Fueling Success: Eating Healthy While at Work, with Janet Lopez

AVID Alumni
32 min

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