Tip 1 : A chicken salad with chicken breast chunks, Romaine lettuce, veggies, and a vinaigrette makes a great lunch or dinner.

Tip 2 : Vary your protein choices at a barbecue. Try bean burgers, soy hot dogs, or grilled tofu. Use a low-salt marinade to add flavor.

Tip 3 : Osteoporosis (thinning of bones) can be reduced by routinely eating low-fat or fat-free dairy food --at all ages and stages of life.

Tip 4 : Much of the fat in chicken and turkey is in or under the skin. Remove skin and fat for a leaner, healthier meal.

Tip 5 : Casseroles are a great way to serve vegetables, but they can contain lots of Empty Calories. Look for healthy versions online.

Tip 6 : Add dried apricots or prunes to your slow cooker when making beef brisket. Check online for different recipes.

Tip 7 : Try growing your own vegetables and herbs. You can start small with a few pots on your balcony or deck.

Tip 8 : Look for lower fat cheeses like part-skim mozzarella, or reduced fat versions of Monterey Jack, Swiss, Colby, Cheddar & Muenster.

Tip 9 : Brown rice is a great side dish. Try different ways of flavoring your rice dish. Look online for recipes.

Tip 10 : Serve sliced raw vegetables with a yogurt dip to take to a party.