Tip 1 : Don’t want to eliminate all sweets? Try a drizzle of chocolate fudge sauce on a pear, banana, or berries..

Tip 2 : Meat contains protein, iron, magnesium, zinc, Vitamin E and B Vitamins. For less fat, go with lean cuts.

Tip 3 : Short on time: Buy ready-made pasta meals and add cooked vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus, or peas. Look for low-sodium pasta options

Tip 4 : Keep cut-up fruit at eye level in the refrigerator. It will be the first thing you see when you open the door!

Tip 5 : Some dairy products, like whole milk and cheese, contain solid fats, which provide Empty Calories. Choose lower fat versions more often.

Tip 6 : Create some new seafood pasta dishes. Look on-line for easy recipes.

Tip 7 : Choosing whole grains that are higher in fiber may help reduce constipation. They also may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Tip 8 : For a change, try whole-wheat pasta in macaroni and cheese or pasta salad.

Tip 9 : Milk and yogurt have more potassium and are lower in sodium than most cheese. Also, most milk is fortified with vitamin D.

Tip 10 : Popcorn is a whole grain! Pop a bag of low-fat or fat-free popcorn for a healthier snack. 3 cups equals 1 oz of grains.