Tip 1 : Eat potatoes with the peel to get more nutrients like fiber, iron and potassium.
Tip 2 : Eat seasonally! Checking what fruits are in season in your area can help save money.
Tip 3 : Eat fruit as a between-meal snack instead of other high-Calorie foods.
Tip 4 : Chicken and white bean chili is a tasty way to combine protein foods with a great flavor and bounty of nutrients.
Tip 5 : Puree your leftover roasted tomatoes and make an easy homemade soup. Check out recipes online for ingredients you'll need.
Tip 6 : Vegetables can be an easy part of picnics. Serve a bowl of raw veggies with a low-Calorie dip along with sandwiches.
Tip 7 : Many seafood choices are low in mercury, including shrimp, salmon, sardines, oysters, clams, haddock, flounder, catfish, and tilapia.
Tip 8 : Make a switch to fat-free milk. If you currently drink whole milk, first switch to reduced fat (2%), then low-fat (1%), and then fat-free (skim).
Tip 9 : Tuna and a few whole wheat crackers make a great snack.
Tip 10 : When eating out, ask for whole-wheat bread for your sandwiches.
