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Tip 1 : Dairy foods can reduce the risk of low bone mass or osteoporosis--so keep eating them throughout your life.
Tip 2 : When eating out, choose something at each meal that includes vegetables, such as a stir-fry, kebobs, or vegetable fajitas.
Tip 3 : Beans and peas, like lentils, pintos, and split peas, are protein foods that are naturally low in fat. They make great side or main dishes.
Tip 4 : Fruit is a very handy, ready-to-go food. Many kinds can be eaten with little to no preparation other than rinsing.
Tip 5 : Are you a fan of peanut butter and banana sandwiches? Try substituting other fruits.
Tip 6 : Cut-up fresh or canned fruit (canned in juice or water) makes a great waffle topping--you can skip the syrup and whipped cream.
Tip 7 : Cream of tomato soup made with fat-free milk is a delicious way to get your vegetables and dairy.
Tip 8 : Make pudding with low-fat milk, and top it with a sprinkle of cinnamon or sliced fruit.
Tip 9 : Switch it up. Make vegetables your main-dish by topping a salad with your choice of a protein food.
Tip 10 : Make each meal colorful by adding red, green, yellow, or orange vegetables to your plate.