Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has been sending out weekly emails to his federal employees with tips on how to manage their snacking habits in the office. The email series is part of his "Crushing Cubicle Cravings" campaign, which aims to help workers avoid overeating during the holiday season.
Oz's advice includes setting intentions for healthy eating, practicing portion control, and being mindful of one's body cues. He also advises employees to eat off a small plate when they can, take small portions of treats, and savor each bite. Additionally, he recommends not holding food and beverages in more than one hand to free up the other hand for shaking hands with colleagues.
This is not the first time Oz has promoted healthy eating tips, but this time he's doing it as part of his official role as CMS administrator, where he oversees the provision of health care coverage for over 160 million people. The agency has described itself as "the most policy-dense organization in government," and Oz makes decisions on how to spend billions of dollars in a high-stakes environment.
Critics have raised concerns about Oz's track record on promoting unproven medical tips, particularly when it comes to weight loss. He had previously promoted products that he later admitted didn't have scientific backing. Additionally, there have been concerns about his past statements on hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19.
Despite these criticisms, CMS spokesperson Christopher Krepich says that Oz's tips are welcome and have received positive feedback from employees. However, some have questioned the relevance of Oz's advice to his role as CMS administrator, given his history of promoting unproven medical claims.
Oz's advice includes setting intentions for healthy eating, practicing portion control, and being mindful of one's body cues. He also advises employees to eat off a small plate when they can, take small portions of treats, and savor each bite. Additionally, he recommends not holding food and beverages in more than one hand to free up the other hand for shaking hands with colleagues.
This is not the first time Oz has promoted healthy eating tips, but this time he's doing it as part of his official role as CMS administrator, where he oversees the provision of health care coverage for over 160 million people. The agency has described itself as "the most policy-dense organization in government," and Oz makes decisions on how to spend billions of dollars in a high-stakes environment.
Critics have raised concerns about Oz's track record on promoting unproven medical tips, particularly when it comes to weight loss. He had previously promoted products that he later admitted didn't have scientific backing. Additionally, there have been concerns about his past statements on hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19.
Despite these criticisms, CMS spokesperson Christopher Krepich says that Oz's tips are welcome and have received positive feedback from employees. However, some have questioned the relevance of Oz's advice to his role as CMS administrator, given his history of promoting unproven medical claims.
Stats: 75% of office workers snack at their desk, leading to a significant increase in calories consumed. 
In my opinion, it's about time someone like Dr Oz stepped up and gave some real advice on healthy snacking habits. But let's be real, has he ever actually lost weight himself? 
His track record on promoting unproven tips is pretty sketchy. 
Did you know that the average office worker consumes around 300 extra calories per day due to snacking? 
It's not just about Oz's personal health, it's about setting a good example for his employees and making a positive impact on their lives. 
or two. It feels like another example of him making money off of unproven medical stuff. And what's up with the plate trick? Eating off a small plate isn't going to magically control your snacking habits, you know? 
I guess if it works for his employees, that's great, but I'm still skeptical... 
but for real tho, portion control and being mindful of body cues are legit advice 
. I mean, we all know how easy it is to get caught up in office snacks, especially during the holidays 
. But at the end of the day, its about making small changes that add up. Personally, I've started using a small plate for meals and taking smaller bites, helps me feel full faster 
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, especially considering his past track record on questionable medical claims. Like, I get it, the holiday season can be tough for our willpower, but shouldn't we be getting advice from experts who actually have the credentials to back it up? 
Still, at least he's trying to promote healthy habits among his employees - that's gotta count for something 
i mean im all for healthy eating but come on dont they have actual nutritionists at cms doing the research? and what's with the plate thingy? eat off a small plate so you know how much food is really in your mouth? who comes up with this stuff 
, but Dr. Oz sending out emails about snacking habits? It reminds me of when we used to have our moms and dads telling us not to eat too much candy at school 
. I remember back then it was all about moderation, you know? We'd get a small bag of chips or a cookie as a treat, but we wouldn't overdo it. It's the same thing now, just with Dr. Oz giving us his two cents on how to snack like a pro