Medindia » Nutrition Facts » Nutrient Lookup » Low Menaquinone-4 Foods
Tip 1 : Beans can be the basis for many dishes. Slow cook them with other vegetables and seasonings for low-cost, nutrient-packed meals.
Tip 2 : Vary your veggies by including beans or peas in mixed dishes such as chili or minestrone soup.
Tip 3 : Keep fruits separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood while shopping, storing, and preparing.
Tip 4 : Instead of a donut, pick yogurt and fruit for breakfast!
Tip 5 : Instead of butter and syrup, top pancakes with unsweetened applesauce and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Tip 6 : Cook eggs in low-fat ways--try hard cooked eggs, poached eggs, or baked eggs. Or, scramble in a non-stick pan without fat.
Tip 7 : Most fruits are naturally low in fat, sodium, and Calories, so have fruit in place of high-Calorie desserts.
Tip 8 : Support your health and community by buying locally-grown fruits. Try visiting a farmers market near you.
Tip 9 : Can you make hummus? Blend canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), garlic, olive oil, lemon juice & tahini (sesame seed paste). Enjoy!
Tip 10 : Make hot sandwiches for supper, with roasted lean pork or beef topped with sautéed onion and peppers. Top with reduced fat cheese and melt.