Tip 1 : For dessert, try low-fat yogurt or pudding as a dip for fruits like strawberries or melon balls.

Tip 2 : Make a summer salad: Mix together diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and sweet onions with a citrus vinaigrette. Top if off with low-fat feta crumbles.

Tip 3 : Keep your bones strong! Make the Dairy Group part of your eating routine to help maintain bone mass throughout life.

Tip 4 : Looking for a new way to eat Brussels sprouts? They can be boiled, sautéed, or oven roasted to go along with any meal.

Tip 5 : Serve an avocado salad with seafood or chicken. Look online for recipes.

Tip 6 : Include milk as a beverage at meals. Choose fat-free or low-fat milk for less saturated fat and Calories.

Tip 7 : Choose lean meat cuts for casserole dishes, like lean pork loin or sirloin for tamale pie. Check online for recipes.

Tip 8 : For a change, try whole-wheat pasta in macaroni and cheese or pasta salad.

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 : To meet your fruit goal--keep fresh fruit rinsed and where you can see it. Reach for a piece when you need a snack.