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Tip 1 : Most "regular" size bagels weigh about 4 oz and ~290 Calories! That's 4 oz of your grain needs for the day.
Tip 2 : Grains are divided into 2 subgroups, whole grains and refined grains. Make at least half your grains whole.
Tip 3 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on fresh, frozen, or canned vegetables.
Tip 4 : Make time for breakfast every day! Choose whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, or whole-grain waffles.
Tip 5 : Be sure to drain all fat off ground beef after cooking--for less fat and Calories.
Tip 6 : A chicken salad with chicken breast chunks, Romaine lettuce, veggies, and a vinaigrette makes a great lunch or dinner.
Tip 7 : Enjoy preparing foods in different ways. You can steam, grill, stir-fry, roast or stew your vegetables for a change in texture and flavor.
Tip 8 : Vegetables can be an easy part of picnics. Serve a bowl of raw veggies with a low-Calorie dip along with sandwiches.
Tip 9 : Replacing sour cream with low-fat yogurt in recipes will reduce the Calories and add calcium.
Tip 10 : In a restaurant, start your meal with a salad packed with veggies, to help control hunger and feel satisfied sooner.