Fructose Rich Foods

Tip 1 : Calcium-fortified soymilk (soy beverage) provides similar amounts of calcium as in milk. It is available in low and non-fat versions.

Tip 2 : Give your cooked vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus) a splash of lemon juice. This will keep them looking fresh and tasting great.

Tip 3 : Make a mini pizza using a portabella mushroom for the crust. Top with tomato sauce, veggies, and low-fat mozzarella cheese, and broil.

Tip 4 : Select vegetables with more potassium, such as beet greens, lima beans, spinach, and lentils.

Tip 5 : Visit your favorite breakfast diner and order a veggie omelet to start your day with vegetables.

Tip 6 : Cut your Calories by finishing your meal with a flavorful fruit salad instead of cookies or cake.

Tip 7 : Keep dried fruits handy. Try dried apricots, bananas, apples, pineapple, cherries, figs, dates, or cranberries.

Tip 8 : Looking for a fast, fruity snack? Make a smoothie by blending plain yogurt with your favorite fruit. Freeze fruit first or add ice.

Tip 9 : Be creative. When apples are abundant--make apple butter, to use in place of jam. Check online for recipes without added sugars.

Tip 10 : Brown rice is a great side dish. Try different ways of flavoring your rice dish. Look online for recipes.