Low Betaine Foods

Tip 1 : Popeye had it right--use spinach in a salad or to top off a sandwich. Try its cousins--kale and collards--in soups and side dishes.

Tip 2 : Use dark leafy greens, like romaine lettuce and spinach, to make salads. Add red and orange veggies for extra color and nutrition!

Tip 3 : Be creative. When apples are abundant--make apple butter, to use in place of jam. Check online for recipes without added sugars.

Tip 4 : Craving ice cream? Choose fat-free frozen yogurt instead.

Tip 5 : When eating out, ask for whole-wheat bread for your sandwiches.

Tip 6 : Eat the most perishable fruit first. Bananas only last a few days, while apples will stay crisp in the fridge for over a week.

Tip 7 : Vary your veggies by munching on cucumbers, broccoli, or red and green peppers instead of chips when you have a sandwich at lunch.

Tip 8 : Vegetables go well with a dip or dressing. Try low-fat salad dressing with raw broccoli, red and green peppers, celery, or cauliflower.

Tip 9 : Eat seafood in place of meat or poultry twice a week. Include some seafood high in omega-3s like salmon, trout, and herring.

Tip 10 : Add pureed vegetables, like carrots, sweet potatoes, and beans to soup for a thicker, heartier texture.