Tip 1 : Every day is a new day to meet your fruit goal! By keeping up the good work, it can become a habit.

Tip 2 : Vary your veggies by including celery, lima beans, or squash in your meals.

Tip 3 : 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 4 : Make a summer salad: Mix together diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and sweet onions with a citrus vinaigrette. Top if off with low-fat feta crumbles.

Tip 5 : Pack 100% fruit juice for lunches versus soda or other sugar-sweetened beverages.

Tip 6 : Expand your fruit horizons--have you tried papaya, passion fruit, litchi, star fruit, or pomegranate?

Tip 7 : Tasty and easy fruit sauces can be made in your blender. Try combining fruits, such as pear and mango, or a variety of berries.

Tip 8 : Add veggies to any meal when you are in a hurry. Healthy short cuts include packaged shredded carrots or salads in a bag.

Tip 9 : Choose lean meat cuts for casserole dishes, like lean pork loin or sirloin for tamale pie. Check online for recipes.

Tip 10 : Watch for sales on canned and frozen vegetables. Check for low sodium options and stock up on your favorites.