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Tip 1 : For a plant-based protein meal, try bean burgers, lentil burgers, or pita halves with falafel (spicy ground chick pea patties).
Tip 2 : Eat a variety of protein foods. Include beans, peas, nuts, lean meats, poultry, soy products & eggs. Choose seafood twice a week.
Tip 3 : Adding 8 oz. of low-fat or fat-free milk to your meal is one of the easiest ways to get dairy.
Tip 4 : Don't feel like cooking? When eating out, look for the vegetarian options on your menu as an easy way to meet your veggie goal.
Tip 5 : Be creative. When apples are abundant--make apple butter, to use in place of jam. Check online for recipes without added sugars.
Tip 6 : For a quick smoothie, try orange juice, non-fat yogurt, and frozen mango slices (or other fruit). Add ice, blend and enjoy!
Tip 7 : Read the ingredients list on food packages. The whole grain should be the first or second ingredient, after water.
Tip 8 : Instead of eating a refined grain, switch it for a whole-grain food and look for one that is higher in fiber.
Tip 9 : Did you know there are over 100 varieties of squash? Check online for a new recipe today.
Tip 10 : Try a new fruit. Fruits vary in vitamins and minerals--mix it up to get the essential nutrients.