Low Total lipid (fat) Foods

Tip 1 : Instead of high fat pasta sauces like alfredo, try part-skim ricotta mixed with pesto for a creamy sauce.

Tip 2 : People who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate some types of yogurt. Experiment with different types including those made from soy.

Tip 3 : Looking for a new way to eat Brussels sprouts? They can be boiled, saut�ed, or oven roasted to go along with any meal.

Tip 4 : Select lean choices--like turkey, roast beef, or chicken breast--for sandwiches instead of meats with more fat, like bologna or salami.

Tip 5 : Make time for breakfast every day! Choose whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, or whole-grain waffles.

Tip 6 : Vary your veggies by adding a new vegetable to a different meal each day.

Tip 7 : In a restaurant, start your meal with a salad packed with veggies, to help control hunger and feel satisfied sooner.

Tip 8 : Keep dried fruits handy. Try dried apricots, bananas, apples, pineapple, cherries, figs, dates, or cranberries.

Tip 9 : For lean protein food choices, select boneless skinless chicken breasts, turkey cutlets, lean beef or pork cuts, or seafood.

Tip 10 : Separate raw meat, poultry, and seafood from other foods in your grocery cart and bags.