Tip 1 : Bring a healthy option to a summer celebration. Offer hot, grilled fruit kabobs or cold and colorful cantaloupe and honeydew skewers.

Tip 2 : Use fat-free evaporated milk in recipes in place of heavy cream for the rich smooth taste without the fat and Calories.

Tip 3 : Combine plain yogurt with your favorite low-fat salad dressing for a different veggie dip.

Tip 4 : When shopping, head to the produce section first. Buy seasonally available fresh fruit for the best price and flavor.

Tip 5 : Shred carrots or zucchini into meatloaf, casseroles, quick breads, and muffins.

Tip 6 : Give your cooked vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus) a splash of lemon juice. This will keep them looking fresh and tasting great.

Tip 7 : Choose dark green vegetables like Swiss chard, spinach, and broccoli. They are high in nutrients and low in Calories.

Tip 8 : Make the majority of your choices whole or cut-up fruit rather than juice to get fiber.

Tip 9 : Make time for breakfast every day! Choose whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, or whole-grain waffles.

Tip 10 : Sprinkle fiber rich, whole-grain cereal on top of low-fat yogurt for a snack.