Low Tocopherol, beta Foods

Tip 1 : Enjoy eggs as your protein food choice--up to one a day, on average, doesn't raise blood cholesterol levels!

Tip 2 : Replacing sour cream with low-fat yogurt in recipes will reduce the Calories and add calcium.

Tip 3 : Running short on time? Use a microwave to quickly "zap" vegetables. White or sweet potatoes can be baked quickly this way.

Tip 4 : For a quick and easy casserole, soup, or stir-fry, add frozen vegetables.

Tip 5 : Whole grains can be a good source of dietary fiber--choose grains with more fiber for additional health benefits.

Tip 6 : When storing raw seafood, meat, and poultry, place them below ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator.

Tip 7 : Explore the dried fruit section--how about dates, figs, prunes, or dried apricots? They make great snacks!

Tip 8 : Build some meals around plant-based protein sources, such as beans, lentils, tempeh, and tofu.

Tip 9 : Fruit is a very handy, ready-to-go food. Many kinds can be eaten with little to no preparation other than rinsing.

Tip 10 : Use whole grains in mixed dishes, such as barley in vegetable soup or bulgur wheat in casseroles.