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Tip 1 : 1 flour tortilla (8 inches in diameter) counts as 2 oz of grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of grains you need each day.
Tip 2 : Try growing your own vegetables and herbs. You can start small with a few pots on your balcony or deck.
Tip 3 : What’s not part of the Dairy Group? Foods made from milk that have little or no calcium like cream cheese, cream, and butter.
Tip 4 : If you get hungry before dinner is served, have a piece of fruit to tide you over.
Tip 5 : Most fruits are naturally low in fat, sodium, and Calories, so have fruit in place of high-Calorie desserts.
Tip 6 : Make hot sandwiches for supper, with roasted lean pork or beef topped with sautéed onion and peppers. Top with reduced fat cheese and melt.
Tip 7 : Use your summer vegetables to make homemade salsa. Check online for recipes.
Tip 8 : Most "regular" size bagels weigh about 4 oz and ~290 Calories! That's 4 oz of your grain needs for the day.
Tip 9 : Meat contains protein, iron, magnesium, zinc, Vitamin E and B Vitamins. For less fat, go with lean cuts.
Tip 10 : Make sure you buy enough fresh, canned, frozen, and/or dried fruit to last between shopping trips.
