Tip 1 : People who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate some types of yogurt. Experiment with different types including those made from soy.
Tip 2 : Tuna and a few whole wheat crackers make a great snack.
Tip 3 : 1/2 cup of brown rice counts as 1 oz of whole grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of grains you need each day.
Tip 4 : Use fat-free evaporated milk in recipes in place of heavy cream for the rich smooth taste without the fat and Calories.
Tip 5 : Rinse fruits under running water before preparing or eating them to remove dirt and microbes on the surface.
Tip 6 : Ordering in doesn’t have to mean a meal without vegetables. Order vegetable pizza or vegetable lo mein next time you have dinner delivered.
Tip 7 : Butternut squash tastes great oven roasted and pureed. Use it to make it a soup or add it to risotto! Look for recipes online.
Tip 8 : Choose lean meat cuts for casserole dishes, like lean pork loin or sirloin for tamale pie. Check online for recipes.
Tip 9 : For dessert, make a sugar-free chocolate or butterscotch pudding with fat-free or low-fat milk. Check online for recipes.
Tip 10 : Make a switch to fat-free milk. If you currently drink whole milk, first switch to reduced fat (2%), then low-fat (1%), and then fat-free (skim).
