Tip 1 : When shopping, choose some quick and easy fruits, like bananas or pre-cut pineapple chunks.
Tip 2 : Check the Calories on dairy product labels. Choose the lower Calorie versions--those that are low-fat or fat-free, without added sugars.
Tip 3 : Use up leftover whole-grain bread or crackers as bulk in a meat loaf (or meat-less loaf). Check online for recipes.
Tip 4 : Tasty and easy fruit sauces can be made in your blender. Try combining fruits, such as pear and mango, or a variety of berries.
Tip 5 : 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 6 : Be creative. When apples are abundant--make apple butter, to use in place of jam. Check online for recipes without added sugars.
Tip 7 : Choose fat-free or low-fat milk as your beverage at meals for an easy way to get calcium.
Tip 8 : Every fruit counts: Fresh, dried, frozen, and canned (in water or 100% juice)! Pick the one that works for you.
Tip 9 : For a sweet treat, make a low-fat flan using fat-free evaporated milk. Check online for recipes.
Tip 10 : Make a yummy homemade vegetable lasagna. Layer pasta, cooked vegetables, tomato sauce and sprinkle with low-fat cheese. Bake until ready!