Glutamic acid Rich Foods

Tip 1 : Combine plain yogurt with your favorite low-fat salad dressing for a different veggie dip.

Tip 2 : Flavored milk has Calories from added sugars--try flavoring your plain low-fat milk with cocoa powder or vanilla extract.

Tip 3 : To meet your fruit goal--keep fresh fruit rinsed and where you can see it. Reach for a piece when you need a snack.

Tip 4 : Mix whole-grain cereal with unsalted nuts and dried fruit for a great afternoon snack.

Tip 5 : Every fruit counts: Fresh, dried, frozen, and canned (in water or 100% juice)! Pick the one that works for you.

Tip 6 : Not all protein foods come from animals. Vegetarian options include beans, peas, nuts, nut butters, seeds, and soy products.

Tip 7 : Use the food label to find whole grains such as whole rye, whole wheat, whole-grain corn and wild rice.

Tip 8 : Tip for eating out: Share entr�es with a friend. Have one person order a meat dish, and the other order a vegetable dish or a large salad.

Tip 9 : Sick of the same old salad? Try tossing your frozen vegetables in a skillet and saut� for a quick, easy stir-fry meal.

Tip 10 : Create a whole-grain pilaf using a mixture of barley, wild rice, and brown rice. Check online for recipes.