I love working from home. I am more focused, and I don’t like traveling to Prague. I have been celiac since I was 17. I cannot eat gluten, and I am okay with it. However, eating in the office is my nightmare. I am not able to order food just like anybody else. Socialization is very difficult for me, too. In Prague, most people love beer sessions, but for me, it is impossible because beer has gluten. My celiac disease is a disadvantage. In the last two years, I gained 20 kilograms because I had problems with food in the office. Every day, I was so hungry that every evening I was binging. I hated myself for that because I lost control over food. Since last November, I have been working remotely and have discovered some food tips that make home office eating much easier.
Planning Food
Every Sunday, I plan my meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. If I know what I will eat, it is easier to avoid binge eating. My last binge eating episode was on October 3, 2024. I am so happy about it. I have control over my eating behavior, and thanks to my home office, I am not hungry because I have my kitchen right next to me.
I use Rohlik to order my groceries online. It’s a total game-changer and saves me so much time every week. Less time in grocery stores, more time for myself—what’s not to love?
Benefits of Meal Planning:
- Helps prevent impulsive eating
- Ensures balanced nutrition
- Saves time and reduces stress
- Supports weight management
Preparing Food
Since being diagnosed with celiac disease, I have also developed histamine issues. That’s the main reason I can’t meal prep for several days in advance—I need fresh food every day. There are some exceptions, like vegetable soup, which I’m okay with eating one day old, or frozen items. But I can chop meat and vegetables in the evening and prepare fresh meals the next day. This method saves time, and my histamine levels stay stable.
Every day, I spend only a few minutes cooking, and my body feels great. In January alone, I lost 4 kilograms!
My Cookbook
Let’s be honest—I don’t cook lasagna for lunch on a regular Tuesday. My go-to meals for home office lunches are quick, easy, and nutritious. My favorites include:
- Salads (because throwing things into a bowl is my superpower)
- Sautés (easy, delicious, and full of flavor)
- Gyros (because meat + veggies = perfection)
- Gluten-free pasta (for when I need carbs to fuel my coding sessions)
I also track my macros because I want to make sure I eat enough protein and fiber. Having a list of favorite fast recipes makes home office eating stress-free and enjoyable.
Mindful Eating
My last tip for eating at home is mindful eating. It’s so easy to grab food and keep working—but come on, take a break. Eat like a normal human.
My mindful eating rules:
- I never connect to work before breakfast.
- I always take a lunch break (yes, away from the laptop!).
- I don’t think about work during dinner—it’s my time to relax.
Mindful eating has helped me recognize my true hunger signals and has been a powerful tool in overcoming binge eating.
Conclusion
I enjoy cooking every day. I have recipes I love, and I get excited about every meal. This year, my goal is to be healthy and happy again. Working from home has been a key tool in regaining control over my eating habits and well-being.
If you also struggle with office eating, I highly recommend home office life. Your stomach (and your mind) will thank you!
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