diet control
by: Hailey Tapp
five ways to lower fat in your diet
- limit foods with butter, cream, hydrogenated margarine, shortening, coconut oil, & foods made with these oils
- use low fat and skim milk products
- season vegetable with herbs, spices, & lemon instead of butter
- use eggs, liver, & shellfish in moderation
substitute plain low fat yogurt, whipped cottage cheese, or buttermilk for sour cream & mayo
-trim fat from meat before and after cooking
five ways to lower sodium in your diet
-taste food before adding salt
-use herbs and spices instead of salt
-eat fewer salted snacks
-use lemon juice or balsamic vinegar instead of salt on vegetables and fish
-read labels & compare foods before buying
five ways to lower sugar in your diet
-eat fruit instead of candy or chips
-drink juice or unsweetened tea instead of soft drinks
-use spices instead of sugar
-read labels
- buy unsweetened cereals and add fruit