Tip 1 : Veggie sushi is an easy way to add some vegetables. Order sushi rolls with cucumbers, mushrooms, asparagus, and/or carrots.

Tip 2 : 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 3 : Try a new recipe and get fruit into your dinner dishes--try chicken with apricots or lentils with apples and dried fruit.

Tip 4 : Whole grains can be a good source of dietary fiber--choose grains with more fiber for additional health benefits.

Tip 5 : Instead of eating a refined grain, switch it for a whole-grain food and look for one that is higher in fiber.

Tip 6 : Broil or bake chicken breasts marinated in lemon juice, oregano, garlic and oil for Mediterranean style flavor.

Tip 7 : Enjoy eggs as your protein food choice--up to one a day, on average, doesn't raise blood cholesterol levels!

Tip 8 : Add a tasty cheese topping--sprinkle shredded low-fat cheese on casseroles or vegetables.

Tip 9 : Butternut squash tastes great oven roasted and pureed. Use it to make it a soup or add it to risotto! Look for recipes online.

Tip 10 : Make your own watermelon ice-it's a nice refreshment on a hot day. Check online for recipes.