Tip 1 : Vary your veggies by adding a new vegetable to a different meal each day.

Tip 2 : Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of meat, poultry, and fish—you can’t tell if it's cooked by the way it looks.

Tip 3 : Multi-grain, stone-ground, 100% wheat, cracked wheat, or seven-grain doesn't equal whole-grain. Look for the word "whole"!

Tip 4 : Try different types of cheese: Cheddar, Swiss, Parmesan, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or ricotta cheese. Look for low-fat versions.

Tip 5 : Make your own vegetarian burgers with cooked black beans, mushrooms, seasonings, and egg or oatmeal. Form into patties and pan grill.

Tip 6 : Fruit purees make colorful sauces. Simply crush fresh fruit like strawberries or ripe peaches and serve over waffles or angel food cake.

Tip 7 : Here’s a fun game to keep you focused on your veggies--how many red/orange vegetables can you name in 10 seconds? Eat one today!

Tip 8 : For a quick smoothie, try orange juice, non-fat yogurt, and frozen mango slices (or other fruit). Add ice, blend and enjoy!

Tip 9 : Add variety to your meals - try vegetarian options, like bean burritos, portabella mushroom burgers, or spinach lasagna.

Tip 10 : Roasted pork tenderloin goes well with fruit. Serve with a fruit salad or a fruit salsa.