Tip 1 : You are more likely to drink what you buy--try to keep fat-free or low-fat milk on hand.

Tip 2 : For a plant-based protein meal, try bean burgers, lentil burgers, or pita halves with falafel (spicy ground chick pea patties).

Tip 3 : "Juice drinks" aren't real fruit juice--look for 100% juice on the label.

Tip 4 : Eat seasonally! Checking what fruits are in season in your area can help save money.

Tip 5 : Try substituting yogurt for butter or margarine in baked goods to keep them moist and lower in Calories.

Tip 6 : Keep fruits separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood while shopping, storing, and preparing.

Tip 7 : Cut-up fresh or canned fruit (canned in juice or water) makes a great waffle topping--you can skip the syrup and whipped cream.

Tip 8 : Keep perishable protein foods out of the "danger zone"--temperatures between 40o and 140o F. Two hours is the limit.

Tip 9 : Eat potatoes with the peel to get more nutrients like fiber, iron and potassium.

Tip 10 : Don't know what to do with leftovers? Puree roasted vegetables with chicken stock to make a hearty and flavorful soup.