Tip 1 : For an easy supper--slow cook skinned chicken pieces, veggies, and seasonings in reduced-sodium chicken broth.
Tip 2 : Eat seafood in place of meat or poultry twice a week. Include some seafood high in omega-3s like salmon, trout, and herring.
Tip 3 : Fresh and frozen fruit such as raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Tip 4 : Try making a sandwich with 100% whole-wheat pita bread, whole-grain tortillas, or whole-wheat wraps!
Tip 5 : 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 6 : Are you a fan of peanut butter and banana sandwiches? Try substituting other fruits.
Tip 7 : Change up your salads. Add surprise ingredients to your routine salads, such as Swiss chard, mango, or tuna.
Tip 8 : Keep your bones strong! Make the Dairy Group part of your eating routine to help maintain bone mass throughout life.
Tip 9 : Serve an Italian favorite--bruschetta. It can be made with tomatoes, basil and olive oil. Check online for recipes.
Tip 10 : Make a mini pizza using a portabella mushroom for the crust. Top with tomato sauce, veggies, and low-fat mozzarella cheese, and broil.
