he Foods You Crave
Learn to Adjust
Healthy eating doesn't have to mean big changes overnight. In fact, some of your family's favorite dishes can be made healthier with a few simple modifications, so there's no need to give up the foods you love. Did you know that applesauce can replace some of the fat in baking? Because its high water content keeps the end product moist, you won't taste the difference, but your waistline will! You can also easily substitute two egg whites for each whole egg called for in a recipe and replace whole milk with 1 percent or skim for any dairy needs — including your daily latte. Try working more vegetables and fruits into casseroles, pasta dishes, salads, and other dishes — you'll be surprised at how much better they are with the added textures and tastes, not to mention the additional nutrients. Plus, fruits and vegetables are full of water, which helps fill you up without contributing unwanted calories, so you'll find yours! elf (and your family) feeling more satisfied with less!

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Spice It Up
If you're not a veggie lover, it might be because you haven't played around enough with herbs and spices. Next time you're looking at a sad bowl of greens, chop up some fresh parsley, dill, or sage, or open your spice cabinet and toss in garlic and onion powder and some freshly ground pepper. With all the different blends that are out there, there are so many ways to go — just be a little creative! Go to: www.cheattolose.com for more info.