Tip 1 : Try crunchy vegetables, raw or lightly steamed. They make a great snack or side dish.

Tip 2 : Instead of eating a refined grain, switch it for a whole-grain food and look for one that is higher in fiber.

Tip 3 : Try substituting yogurt for butter or margarine in baked goods to keep them moist and lower in Calories.

Tip 4 : Cream of tomato soup made with fat-free milk is a delicious way to get your vegetables and dairy.

Tip 5 : Cook it once, eat twice. Make extra vegetables and save some for later. Use them for a stew, soup, or a pasta dish.

Tip 6 : Enjoy preparing chicken in different ways. You can roast, stew, sauté, broil or bake it for a variety of dishes.

Tip 7 : When shopping, choose some quick and easy fruits, like bananas or pre-cut pineapple chunks.

Tip 8 : Eat seasonally! Checking what fruits are in season in your area can help save money.

Tip 9 : On a long drive or shopping trip, pack cut-up vegetables in a baggie. Skip the impulse to buy less healthful snacks.

Tip 10 : 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.