Tip 1 : Add fruit to your brunch for additional color and flavor: sliced fruit or berries make a great topping on low-fat yogurt.

Tip 2 : Every day is a new day to meet your fruit goal! By keeping up the good work, it can become a habit.

Tip 3 : Try low-fat ricotta instead of cottage cheese--it has more calcium and works great in many recipes that call for cottage cheese.

Tip 4 : Fruit is a very handy, ready-to-go food. Many kinds can be eaten with little to no preparation other than rinsing.

Tip 5 : Make a breakfast-on-the-go smoothie by blending fat-free yogurt or milk with vanilla extract and a frozen banana.

Tip 6 : For a fun snack--dip a frozen banana in low-fat yogurt and roll it in crushed cereal.

Tip 7 : Create a whole-grain pilaf using a mixture of barley, wild rice, and brown rice. Check online for recipes.

Tip 8 : Keep fruits separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood while shopping, storing, and preparing.

Tip 9 : Looking for a fast, fruity snack? Make a smoothie by blending plain yogurt with your favorite fruit. Freeze fruit first or add ice.

Tip 10 : Vary your veggies by including celery, lima beans, or squash in your meals.