Medindia » Nutrition Data » Lamb, Veal, and Game Products
Tip 1 : Peanut butter adds protein to a snack. Try it on apple slices, celery, whole grain crackers, or a small square of dark chocolate.
Tip 2 : Stews can make a small amount of lean meat or chicken go a long way. Check online for recipes.
Tip 3 : A regular-size slice of bread counts as 1 oz of grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of grains you need each day.
Tip 4 : Try a whole-grain pancake or waffle mix to start off your day. If made from scratch, use whole-wheat flour for half the flour.
Tip 5 : Shopping tip: find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on whole-grain products.
Tip 6 : Serve sliced raw vegetables with a yogurt dip to take to a party.
Tip 7 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on fresh, frozen, dried or canned fruits.
Tip 8 : Add toasted peanuts or cashews--instead of meat--as the protein food in a vegetable stir-fry.
Tip 9 : Don’t run out of milk. Keep low-fat evaporated milk handy. Add it to scrambled eggs or your morning coffee.
Tip 10 : When eating out, choose something at each meal that includes vegetables, such as a stir-fry, kebobs, or vegetable fajitas.