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Tip 1 : Add fruit to your brunch for additional color and flavor: sliced fruit or berries make a great topping on low-fat yogurt.
Tip 2 : Make your own watermelon ice-it's a nice refreshment on a hot day. Check online for recipes.
Tip 3 : Calcium-fortified soymilk (soy beverage) provides similar amounts of calcium as in milk. It is available in low and non-fat versions.
Tip 4 : What could you do with radishes? Roast with other vegetables or eat raw on top of a salad for a spicy and crunchy texture.
Tip 5 : Fruit yogurt can contain added sugars--try mixing fresh fruit into plain yogurt instead.
Tip 6 : How many different fruit salads can you make? Share ideas with friends to create a variety.
Tip 7 : Introduce whole grains bit by bit. Mix whole-grain cereal into your favorite cereal. Increase the whole grain amount slowly.
Tip 8 : Need dessert for a special treat? Make home-made custards with fat-free milk. Look online for recipes.
Tip 9 : Don't know what to do with leftovers? Puree roasted vegetables with chicken stock to make a hearty and flavorful soup.
Tip 10 : Try different types of cheese: Cheddar, Swiss, Parmesan, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or ricotta cheese. Look for low-fat versions.