Restaurant Foods

Tip 1 : Make a healthier quiche by using low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese in your recipe.

Tip 2 : Eat seasonally! Checking what fruits are in season in your area can help save money.

Tip 3 : Keep perishable protein foods out of the "danger zone"--temperatures between 40o and 140o F. Two hours is the limit.

Tip 4 : Veggie sushi is an easy way to add some vegetables. Order sushi rolls with cucumbers, mushrooms, asparagus, and/or carrots.

Tip 5 : Cuts of beef with less fat--round steaks, roasts, top loin, top sirloin, and chuck shoulder--are all lean protein food choices.

Tip 6 : Tired of eating plain vegetables? Add slivered almonds or cashews to a vegetable stir-fry.

Tip 7 : Focus on Fruit! A diet rich in fruits and vegetables may decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. Keep working towards your fruit goal!

Tip 8 : Can you name four different ways you like to eat tomatoes? Try something new and healthy like tomato pie recipe.

Tip 9 : Add calcium to your coffee or tea by switching from either half & half or cream to low-fat or fat-free milk.

Tip 10 : Add protein to your salads. Try different ingredients like eggs, tuna, grilled shrimp, chickpeas, or black beans.