How to use your breaks more effectively at work

Constantly working and taking no breaks is not healthy.

In this day and age we humans seem to have forgotten how to take a break from the constant chatter that leads to stress and exhaustion.

Breaks often tend to be seen as a bad thing. But making some time to decompress could not only benefit your work, it is also crucial for your well-being.

So why don't you give it a test run and see if this works out for you.

Here are five ways you can boost your productivity and relax during your hectic day, according to indy100.

1. Take a break from the screen: Go for a walk instead. This could help give your brain a boost and relieve stress.

2. Social interaction: Having a good rapport at work with your colleagues makes employees more passionate about their work.

3. Leave your desk every 52 minutes: Pomodoro's analysis of 5.5 million workers revealed the top 10% of workers concentrated well for 52 minutes before taking a break for 17 minutes.

4. Nutrition: Don't forget to fee your mind. Eat a good meal as your brain works best with a steady level of glucose in the blood. Protein especially enhances cognitive abilities for longer than 15 - 20 minutes after it is digested.

5. Sit and reflect: Daydreaming can give your mind a rest and help you get back into your task.