Tip 1 : Explore the dried fruit section--how about dates, figs, prunes, or dried apricots? They make great snacks!

Tip 2 : When shopping, head to the produce section first. Buy seasonally available fresh fruit for the best price and flavor.

Tip 3 : Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. Be adventurous and try a new fruit and vegetable each week.

Tip 4 : When storing raw seafood, meat, and poultry, place them below ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator.

Tip 5 : 1 cup of ready-to-eat cereal (such as flakes) counts as 1 oz of grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of grains you need each day.

Tip 6 : 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 7 : To see if you're getting the right amount of protein foods each day, go to My Reports to see how you measure up.

Tip 8 : Can you name four different ways you like to eat tomatoes? Try something new and healthy like tomato pie recipe.

Tip 9 : Adding 8 oz. of low-fat or fat-free milk to your meal is one of the easiest ways to get dairy.

Tip 10 : Keep a good selection of rinsed fruit in the fridge for a quick and refreshing snack. (Rinse berries just before serving.)