Tip 1 : For less cholesterol-replace some egg yolks with egg whites. Two egg whites = 1 whole egg.

Tip 2 : Make dinner once and serve it twice. Roast a larger cut of lean meat. Make a second meal using the ‘planned-over’ meat.

Tip 3 : 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 4 : If you are lactose intolerant--try lactose-free milk or calcium-fortified soymilk (soy beverage).

Tip 5 : Pack a fruit for lunch--tangerines, apples, bananas, or grapes pack well. Small containers of peaches or applesauce are easy and convenient!

Tip 6 : Corn is a great and affordable vegetable to cook all year long. Buy it fresh, frozen, or canned!

Tip 7 : Most vegetables are naturally low in fat, sodium, and Calories, so have them in place of high-Calorie snacks.

Tip 8 : Keep fruits separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood while shopping, storing, and preparing.

Tip 9 : Running short on time? Use a microwave to quickly "zap" vegetables. White or sweet potatoes can be baked quickly this way.

Tip 10 : Add toasted peanuts or cashews--instead of meat--as the protein food in a vegetable stir-fry.