Magnesium, Mg Rich Foods

Tip 1 : Select lean choices--like turkey, roast beef, or chicken breast--for sandwiches instead of meats with more fat, like bologna or salami.

Tip 2 : 1/2 cup of oatmeal counts as 1 oz of whole grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of grains you need each day.

Tip 3 : Choose 100% fruit juice when drinking juice, but eat whole or cut-up fruit more often.

Tip 4 : Need a dip for your fruit? Mix plain yogurt with a dash of vanilla, or add your favorite spice, like cinnamon, for a new flavor.

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

Tip 6 : Not all protein foods come from animals. Vegetarian options include beans, peas, nuts, nut butters, seeds, and soy products.

Tip 7 : For less cholesterol-replace some egg yolks with egg whites. Two egg whites = 1 whole egg.

Tip 8 : Make beans, peas, and soy products part of your meals often. Try black bean burgers, hummus, or stir-fried tofu.

Tip 9 : Visit My Reports to check out your dairy history chart and see how you've been doing with your dairy intake over time.

Tip 10 : Make hot sandwiches for supper, with roasted lean pork or beef topped with sautéed onion and peppers. Top with reduced fat cheese and melt.