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Tip 1 : Milk and milk products are the primary source of calcium in American diets. Use My Plan to see how much you need each day.
Tip 2 : Fresh and frozen fruit such as raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Tip 3 : Change up your salads. Add surprise ingredients to your routine salads, such as Swiss chard, mango, or tuna.
Tip 4 : For a quick smoothie, try orange juice, non-fat yogurt, and frozen mango slices (or other fruit). Add ice, blend and enjoy!
Tip 5 : Add fruit like pineapple or fresh chunks of peaches to vegetable and meat kabobs.
Tip 6 : Every day is a new day to meet your fruit goal! By keeping up the good work, it can become a habit.
Tip 7 : Don't know what to do with leftovers? Puree roasted vegetables with chicken stock to make a hearty and flavorful soup.
Tip 8 : Protein foods include: lean meats, seafood, poultry, eggs, beans and peas, nuts, seeds, and soy products.
Tip 9 : Explore the dried fruit section--how about dates, figs, prunes, or dried apricots? They make great snacks!
Tip 10 : Stock up on frozen vegetables for quick and easy cooking in the microwave.
