Tip 1 : Keep cut-up fruit at eye level in the refrigerator. It will be the first thing you see when you open the door!

Tip 2 : Eat the most perishable fruit first. Bananas only last a few days, while apples will stay crisp in the fridge for over a week.

Tip 3 : Keep a bowl of cut-up veggies in a see-through container in the refrigerator so they are easier to spot.

Tip 4 : Dried fruits make a great snack. They are easy to carry and store well. Just remember 1/2 cup dried fruit counts as 1 cup of fruit.

Tip 5 : Keep dried fruits handy. Try dried apricots, bananas, apples, pineapple, cherries, figs, dates, or cranberries.

Tip 6 : Choosing whole grains that are higher in fiber may help reduce constipation. They also may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Tip 7 : Avoiding milk because you are lactose intolerant? Get the health benefits of milk by selecting lactose-free dairy products.

Tip 8 : To get calcium at lunch, use low-fat cheese on your sandwich.

Tip 9 : When getting fast food, order salad as your main dish or substitute a side salad for fries--ask for dressing on the side.

Tip 10 : Don’t run out of milk. Keep low-fat evaporated milk handy. Add it to scrambled eggs or your morning coffee.