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Tip 1 : Choose fruit! Ask for fruit, like sliced apples, a fruit cup, or 100% fruit juice at a fast food restaurant instead of fried foods.
Tip 2 : Vary your protein choices at a barbecue. Try bean burgers, soy hot dogs, or grilled tofu. Use a low-salt marinade to add flavor.
Tip 3 : Add veggies to any meal when you are in a hurry. Healthy short cuts include packaged shredded carrots or salads in a bag.
Tip 4 : Choosing whole grains that are higher in fiber may help reduce constipation. They also may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Tip 5 : To get some extra dairy, add some shredded low-fat cheese to tuna casserole.
Tip 6 : Add spinach and carrots to any soup, stew, or chili for added nutrients.
Tip 7 : What’s the issue with whole milk? An 8-oz glass contains about the same amount of saturated fat as 5 strips of bacon.
Tip 8 : Some dairy products, like whole milk and cheese, contain solid fats, which provide Empty Calories. Choose lower fat versions more often.
Tip 9 : Select lean choices--like turkey, roast beef, or chicken breast--for sandwiches instead of meats with more fat, like bologna or salami.
Tip 10 : Pack a peanut butter and banana sandwich with a bag of homemade trail mix for lunch.