Valine Rich Foods

Tip 1 : Eat fruit as a between-meal snack instead of other high-Calorie foods.

Tip 2 : Use fat-free evaporated milk in recipes in place of heavy cream for the rich smooth taste without the fat and Calories.

Tip 3 : Include fruit at dinner! Add crushed pineapple to coleslaw or include orange sections or grapes in a salad.

Tip 4 : Use fat-free or low-fat milk to make condensed soups such as cream of mushroom, tomato, potato, or chicken. Check for low sodium options.

Tip 5 : Skip or limit the breading on meat, poultry, or fish. Breading adds Calories and can increase the amount of fat soaked up during frying.

Tip 6 : Replace solid fats with oils, rather than adding oil to the diet. Oils are a concentrated source of Calories, so use oils in small amounts.

Tip 7 : Running short on time? Use a microwave to quickly "zap" vegetables. White or sweet potatoes can be baked quickly this way.

Tip 8 : Roasted pork tenderloin goes well with fruit. Serve with a fruit salad or a fruit salsa.

Tip 9 : Shopping tip: Find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on fresh, frozen, dried or canned fruits.

Tip 10 : Use whole grains in mixed dishes, such as barley in vegetable soup or bulgur wheat in casseroles.