Tip 1 : How many different fruit salads can you make? Share ideas with friends to create a variety.

Tip 2 : Beans and peas, like lentils, pintos, and split peas, are protein foods that are naturally low in fat. They make great side or main dishes.

Tip 3 : Sprinkle fiber rich, whole-grain cereal on top of low-fat yogurt for a snack.

Tip 4 : A good way to start your day with dairy is to use fat-free or low-fat milk instead of water to make oatmeal or hot cereal.

Tip 5 : For less cholesterol-replace some egg yolks with egg whites. Two egg whites = 1 whole egg.

Tip 6 : Instead of butter and syrup, top pancakes with unsweetened applesauce and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Tip 7 : Use your summer vegetables to make homemade salsa. Check online for recipes.

Tip 8 : Choose unsalted nuts as a snack, on salads, or in main dishes. Use nuts to replace, not add to, other protein foods.

Tip 9 : Every fruit counts: Fresh, dried, frozen, and canned (in water or 100% juice)! Pick the one that works for you.

Tip 10 : Just because bread is brown, doesn�t mean it is a whole grain. Check for whole grains on the ingredients list.