Tip 1 : Make your own watermelon ice-it's a nice refreshment on a hot day. Check online for recipes.
Tip 2 : 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 3 : Grains are divided into 2 subgroups, whole grains and refined grains. Make at least half your grains whole.
Tip 4 : Add a tasty cheese topping--sprinkle shredded low-fat cheese on casseroles or vegetables.
Tip 5 : Use thin-sliced lemons and lemon juice in soups, stews, salads and beverages.
Tip 6 : Eat a variety of protein foods. Include beans, peas, nuts, lean meats, poultry, soy products & eggs. Choose seafood twice a week.
Tip 7 : 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).
Tip 8 : To get calcium at lunch, use low-fat cheese on your sandwich.
Tip 9 : Buy fresh, seasonal vegetables. They cost less and are more likely to be at their peak flavor.
Tip 10 : Bring a healthy option to a summer celebration. Offer hot, grilled fruit kabobs or cold and colorful cantaloupe and honeydew skewers.
