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Tip 1 : Select vegetables with more potassium, such as beet greens, lima beans, spinach, and lentils.
Tip 2 : Buy fresh, seasonal vegetables. They cost less and are more likely to be at their peak flavor.
Tip 3 : Make a yummy homemade vegetable lasagna. Layer pasta, cooked vegetables, tomato sauce and sprinkle with low-fat cheese. Bake until ready!
Tip 4 : When eating out, choose something at each meal that includes vegetables, such as a stir-fry, kebobs, or vegetable fajitas.
Tip 5 : Read the ingredients list on food packages. The whole grain should be the first or second ingredient, after water.
Tip 6 : Don’t be misled about which products are whole grain. Read the ingredients list to look for whole grains as the first ingredient.
Tip 7 : Looking for a new way to eat Brussels sprouts? They can be boiled, sautéed, or oven roasted to go along with any meal.
Tip 8 : Make fresh fruit snow cones using berries, pineapple, or other fruits. Check online for recipes.
Tip 9 : Add your favorite seafood to a salad or make a seafood omelet.
Tip 10 : Add dried apricots or prunes to your slow cooker when making beef brisket. Check online for different recipes.