Low Tyrosine Foods

Tip 1 : Cut the Calories but keep all the calcium--switch from whole (150 Calories) to low-fat (100 Calories) or fat-free (80 Calories) milk.

Tip 2 : 1 cup cooked pasta or macaroni counts as 2 oz of grains. Use My Plan to find out how many ounces of grains per day you need.

Tip 3 : Does your produce keep going bad before you can eat it? Try frozen vegetables instead--they offer the same nutritional value.

Tip 4 : Make fresh fruit snow cones using berries, pineapple, or other fruits. Check online for recipes.

Tip 5 : When shopping, head to the produce section first. Buy seasonally available fresh fruit for the best price and flavor.

Tip 6 : Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. Be adventurous and try a new fruit and vegetable each week.

Tip 7 : Keep your food safe! Wash your hands, utensils & cutting boards before and after contact with raw meat, poultry, seafood & eggs.

Tip 8 : Make mini pizzas with open face whole-wheat English muffins. Top with sauce, veggies and low-fat cheese for a tasty treat!

Tip 9 : Be sure to drain all fat off ground beef after cooking--for less fat and Calories.

Tip 10 : Choose unsalted nuts as a snack, on salads, or in main dishes. Use nuts to replace, not add to, other protein foods.