Tip 1 : Keep a bowl of cut-up veggies in a see-through container in the refrigerator so they are easier to spot.

Tip 2 : Fruit with a low-fat yogurt dip makes a great party snack. Use melon, apples, bananas, berries, grapes and provide toothpicks!

Tip 3 : Add protein to your salads. Try different ingredients like eggs, tuna, grilled shrimp, chickpeas, or black beans.

Tip 4 : Craving ice cream? Choose fat-free frozen yogurt instead.

Tip 5 : Short on time: Buy ready-made pasta meals and add cooked vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus, or peas. Look for low-sodium pasta options

Tip 6 : Can you name four different ways you like to eat tomatoes? Try something new and healthy like tomato pie recipe.

Tip 7 : Vary your veggies by including beans or peas in mixed dishes such as chili or minestrone soup.

Tip 8 : Choose soft margarines with zero trans fats made from liquid vegetable oil, rather than stick margarine or butter

Tip 9 : Soups and puddings made with fat-free or low-fat milk can help you get the dairy you need.

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