Tip 1 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on fresh, frozen, dried or canned fruits.

Tip 2 : Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. Be adventurous and try a new fruit and vegetable each week.

Tip 3 : Try this pasta idea. Grate zucchini lengthwise and cook with onions, garlic, and a little broth until tender. Add to spaghetti pasta and serve.

Tip 4 : Make fruit kabobs using pineapple chunks, bananas, grapes, and berries. Use yogurt as a sauce for your fruity snack or side dish.

Tip 5 : Cut your Calories by finishing your meal with a flavorful fruit salad instead of cookies or cake.

Tip 6 : For a breakfast that satisfies (and keeps you away from the mid-morning donuts)--add an egg.

Tip 7 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on low-fat or fat-free dairy foods.

Tip 8 : Make a mini pizza using a portabella mushroom for the crust. Top with tomato sauce, veggies, and low-fat mozzarella cheese, and broil.

Tip 9 : For a special treat, make homemade ice cream sandwiches using frozen yogurt and peanut butter between graham crackers.

Tip 10 : Try a new fruit. Fruits vary in vitamins and minerals--mix it up to get the essential nutrients.