McNeil Nutritionals, LLC - Food Menu

Tip 1 : For less cholesterol-replace some egg yolks with egg whites. Two egg whites = 1 whole egg.

Tip 2 : Flavored milk has Calories from added sugars--try flavoring your plain low-fat milk with cocoa powder or vanilla extract.

Tip 3 : Eat the most perishable fruit first. Bananas only last a few days, while apples will stay crisp in the fridge for over a week.

Tip 4 : Make sure you buy enough fresh, canned, frozen, and/or dried fruit to last between shopping trips.

Tip 5 : Choose lean ground beef. The label should say at least 92% lean. Look for ground beef that is 92% to 95% lean.

Tip 6 : Use vegetable oils (olive, canola, corn, soybean, peanut, safflower, sunflower) rather than solid fats (butter, shortening).

Tip 7 : Instead of high fat pasta sauces like alfredo, try part-skim ricotta mixed with pesto for a creamy sauce.

Tip 8 : Fat-free milk has the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk, but less fat and Calories.

Tip 9 : Add grated carrots for a surprising crunch to a peanut butter sandwich.

Tip 10 : Try crunchy vegetables, raw or lightly steamed. They make a great snack or side dish.