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Tip 1 : Keep cut-up fruit at eye level in the refrigerator. It will be the first thing you see when you open the door!
Tip 2 : Some cheeses have a lot of sodium. Use them in small amounts to add flavor, and omit additional salt.
Tip 3 : Choose soft margarines with zero trans fats made from liquid vegetable oil, rather than stick margarine or butter
Tip 4 : 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 5 : Pack 100% fruit juice for lunches versus soda or other sugar-sweetened beverages.
Tip 6 : Soups and puddings made with fat-free or low-fat milk can help you get the dairy you need.
Tip 7 : Make pudding with low-fat milk, and top it with a sprinkle of cinnamon or sliced fruit.
Tip 8 : Make each meal colorful by adding red, green, yellow, or orange vegetables to your plate.
Tip 9 : Order veggie pizza with toppings like mushrooms, green peppers and onions - ask for extra veggies!
Tip 10 : Try an Asian-inspired stir-fry: Sauté mushrooms, bean sprouts, bell peppers, onions, minced garlic and ginger. Serve with rice or noodles.