Weight Loss Tip

Add just one fruit or veggie serving daily. Get comfortable with that, then add an extra serving until you reach 8 to 10 a day.

Fact Stack

"Fill up with wet foods. Foods with a high percentage of water such as fruits and vegetables, soup, and oatmeal make you feel fuller than do dry foods such as toast, crackers or chips."

Dawn Jackson Blatner, The Flexitarian Diet, page 168

Sensible Diet Tip

Eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily.

Quick Cook

Cook veggies quickly to avoid nutrient loss or eat them fresh.

Eat Smart at Home and Away

The following is taken from my 2008 Women's Monthly Planner for March 2008. It's from last year, but still good info. The planner is published by The Positive Line.

You're never too busy to eat healthfully. Enjoy nutritious meals built around whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy. For protein, focus on beans, fish, and lean meat and poultry. When eating out, practice portion control by ordering the smallest size, splitting an entree with a friend, or taking part of it home. Avoid eating food products directly out of their packages; you'll eat more without realizing it.