Low Vitamin D Foods

Tip 1 : Add a vegetarian protein food to make a salad into a main dish--try garbanzo beans, kidney beans, soybeans or sunflower seeds.

Tip 2 : Craving ice cream? Choose fat-free frozen yogurt instead.

Tip 3 : Add fruit like pineapple or fresh chunks of peaches to vegetable and meat kabobs.

Tip 4 : Support your health and community by buying locally-grown vegetables. Try visiting a farmers market near you.

Tip 5 : Short on time: Buy ready-made pasta meals and add cooked vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus, or peas. Look for low-sodium pasta options

Tip 6 : Are you a fan of peanut butter and banana sandwiches? Try substituting other fruits.

Tip 7 : Focus on Fruit! A diet rich in fruits and vegetables may decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. Keep working towards your fruit goal!

Tip 8 : To see if you're getting the right amount of protein foods each day, go to My Reports to see how you measure up.

Tip 9 : Try a whole-grain pancake or waffle mix to start off your day. If made from scratch, use whole-wheat flour for half the flour.

Tip 10 : Beans and peas, like lentils, pintos, and split peas, are protein foods that are naturally low in fat. They make great side or main dishes.