Low Leucine Foods

Tip 1 : Keep a good selection of rinsed fruit in the fridge for a quick and refreshing snack. (Rinse berries just before serving.)

Tip 2 : Make a healthier quiche by using low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese in your recipe.

Tip 3 : Make a healthy Southwestern dip with tomatoes, black beans, black-eye peas, and corn. Season with chili powder or jalapenos.

Tip 4 : Walnuts are great in salads, and slivered almonds in veggie dishes. When you add nuts, cut back on meat or poultry portions in the meal.

Tip 5 : Craving ice cream? Choose fat-free frozen yogurt instead.

Tip 6 : Try a rice and beans dish with brown rice or use whole-grain couscous, quinoa, or bulgur instead.

Tip 7 : When making home-made desserts--experiment. Replace half of the white flour with whole-grain flour, or look for whole grain recipes online.

Tip 8 : If you are lactose intolerant--try lactose-free milk or calcium-fortified soymilk (soy beverage).

Tip 9 : When shopping, head to the produce section first. Buy seasonally available fresh fruit for the best price and flavor.

Tip 10 : Use fruit in your holiday stuffing--try apples, cranberries, raisins, or prunes. Check online for recipes.