Easy tips to make eating healthier
Today in the mail we received a flyer from our Health Insurance Provider. It had a page on eating well and some tips on making meals healthier that I thought I'd share. * Substitute veggies for cheeses and meats on pizza or in omelets. * Switch to nonfat or low fat milk, yogurt and cheese. * Use nonstick sprays instead of butter, margarine or oil to 'grease' the pan. * Choose water packed tuna, chicken or other canned meats instead of oil packed. * Choose sweet fruits instead of candy. * Pick smaller serving sizes and smaller plates * Try whole-wheat products instead of white and brown rice. * Try baking, broiling or grilling intead of frying. * Substitute applesauce for oil in some recipes when baking. * Substitute 2 egg whites for a whole egg. * Make popsicles out of grapes and watermelon wedges. * Season with lemon and herbs instead of butter and salt. * Try veggies with salsa instead of chips. * When eating out asking for dressing and sauces to be on the side and not p...