Tip 1 : Fresh and frozen fruit such as raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Tip 2 : Bring a healthy option to a summer celebration. Offer hot, grilled fruit kabobs or cold and colorful cantaloupe and honeydew skewers.
Tip 3 : In a restaurant, start your meal with a salad packed with veggies, to help control hunger and feel satisfied sooner.
Tip 4 : When shopping, choose some quick and easy fruits, like bananas or pre-cut pineapple chunks.
Tip 5 : Need to make dinner but have errands to do? Use a slow cooker to make a chicken and vegetable stew with plenty of tomatoes, potatoes and green beans.
Tip 6 : Try grilling, broiling, poaching, or roasting protein foods. These cooking methods don't add extra fat.
Tip 7 : Keep up the good work! Fruits are an important part of your everyday meals and snacks.
Tip 8 : Whole grains are good for your health! Make at least half your grains whole to get the benefits.
Tip 9 : 1/2 cup of brown rice counts as 1 oz of whole grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of grains you need each day.
Tip 10 : Jazz up your vegetables with low-fat dressings or dips. Try hummus or a bean spread as a dip for veggies.