People are making wiser health choices during their work day, a survey from Careerbuilder.com reveals.

Almost half of the survey respondents reported that they've been trying to eat healthier by bringing in their own lunch to work in recent months. The survey also found that over 40 percent of smokers reported that they are likely to kick the habit.

"Economic stress over the last year has caused some workers to reflect on their habits, and many of them have turned to healthier routines," says CareerBuilder human resources vice president Rosemary Haefner. "In addition to helping cut personal costs, employees who limit their smoking and lunching out habits are taking better care of their overall health."

Overscheduled workers are finding themselves using their breaks to squeeze in more than just a meal. Thirteen percent of respondents reported using their lunch hour to take a walk or engage in other physical activity.

Whether decisions to cut back on smoking and eat a more balanced diet are motivated by economic or personal reasons, the lifestyle change may help people lower health insurance costs by requiring less medical attention. The Mayo Clinic says that walking can help people lower their "bad" cholesterol levels, improve mood and manage their weight.