Tip 1 : Soymilk (soy beverage) fortified with calcium is a great alternative for those who don't or can't drink cow's milk.

Tip 2 : Enjoy eggs as your protein food choice--up to one a day, on average, doesn't raise blood cholesterol levels!

Tip 3 : Switch up your protein! Trade in your ham sandwich for one made with peanut butter, tuna, or canned salmon for some healthy variety.

Tip 4 : Rather than buying a vegetable pizza from a restaurant or a store, try sprucing up a cheese pizza with your favorite vegetables.

Tip 5 : Much of the fat in chicken and turkey is in or under the skin. Remove skin and fat for a leaner, healthier meal.

Tip 6 : When serving chocolate pudding-- top it with sliced strawberries or bananas and chopped nuts.

Tip 7 : Make dinner once and serve it twice. Roast a larger cut of lean meat. Make a second meal using the ‘planned-over’ meat.

Tip 8 : Veggie sushi is an easy way to add some vegetables. Order sushi rolls with cucumbers, mushrooms, asparagus, and/or carrots.

Tip 9 : Add grated carrots for a surprising crunch to a peanut butter sandwich.

Tip 10 : Drizzle melted dark chocolate on your favorite berries for a special treat!