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Tip 1 : Don’t be misled about which products are whole grain. Read the ingredients list to look for whole grains as the first ingredient.
Tip 2 : Craving something sweet? Instead of candy try having dried fruits like cranberries, cherries, or raisins.
Tip 3 : Be creative. When apples are abundant--make apple butter, to use in place of jam. Check online for recipes without added sugars.
Tip 4 : On a long drive or shopping trip, pack cut-up vegetables in a baggie. Skip the impulse to buy less healthful snacks.
Tip 5 : Eat seafood in place of meat or poultry twice a week. Include some seafood high in omega-3s like salmon, trout, and herring.
Tip 6 : Avoiding milk because you are lactose intolerant? Get the health benefits of milk by selecting lactose-free dairy products.
Tip 7 : Get your whole grains while watching a movie at home - snack on popcorn with little or no salt and butter.
Tip 8 : Make the majority of your choices whole or cut-up fruit rather than juice to get fiber.
Tip 9 : Most fruits are naturally low in fat, sodium, and Calories, so have fruit in place of high-Calorie desserts.
Tip 10 : Many lean cuts of meat need long, slow moist cooking--invest in a slow cooker for melt-in-your mouth meats without too much fat.