Tip 1 : Switch up your protein! Trade in your ham sandwich for one made with peanut butter, tuna, or canned salmon for some healthy variety.

Tip 2 : Tired of marinara? For another vegetable-based pasta sauce, try spinach pesto. Look for recipes online.

Tip 3 : Add fruit like sliced apples, pears, or a few berries to your salad bowl.

Tip 4 : Pack a fruit for lunch--tangerines, apples, bananas, or grapes pack well. Small containers of peaches or applesauce are easy and convenient!

Tip 5 : Plan for 8 ounces of seafood each week--choose a variety of different kinds.

Tip 6 : Dried fruit (raisins, dates, cranberries) and fresh fruit (chopped apples or pears) make a great combination. Add nuts for an extra crunch.

Tip 7 : For a great quick and easy way to combine all your favorite vegetables, try a vegetable stir-fry.

Tip 8 : Choose lean meat cuts for casserole dishes, like lean pork loin or sirloin for tamale pie. Check online for recipes.

Tip 9 : Jazz up raw vegetables with hummus dip or bean spread.

Tip 10 : Replace solid fats with oils, rather than adding oil to the diet. Oils are a concentrated source of Calories, so use oils in small amounts.