Tip 1 : Soymilk (soy beverage) fortified with calcium is a great alternative for those who don't or can't drink cow's milk.

Tip 2 : Add color to salads with baby carrots, shredded red cabbage, or green beans. Include seasonal veggies for variety throughout the year.

Tip 3 : Eat seasonally! Checking what vegetables are in season in your area can help save money and support your local farmers.

Tip 4 : Add dried apricots or prunes to your slow cooker when making beef brisket. Check online for different recipes.

Tip 5 : Looking for a fast, fruity snack? Make a smoothie by blending plain yogurt with your favorite fruit. Freeze fruit first or add ice.

Tip 6 : Build a meal around beans or peas. Bean burritos are a quick and easy dinner entree.

Tip 7 : Be food safe! Cook poultry to 165° F, and chopped or ground beef, lamb, veal, and pork to 160° F.

Tip 8 : On long car trips, pack fruit to snack on! Bananas, apples, plums, grapes, and nectarines all travel well!

Tip 9 : Make dinner once and serve it twice. Roast a larger cut of lean meat. Make a second meal using the ‘planned-over’ meat.

Tip 10 : Does your produce keep going bad before you can eat it? Try frozen fruit instead--they provide the same nutritional value.