Tuesday, 2 June 2009

Healthy Life: Check the sodium and add fiber

--CHECK THE SODIUM--
* Buy low- or reduced-sodium instead of regular chicken broth, soy sauce, canned foods and prepared pasta sauces.
* Rinse canned veggies and beans before using.
* Cut added salt in half or leave it out completely.
* Instead of salt, use a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice or a splash of high-flavored vinegar.

--ADD FIBER--
* Double the amount of veggies and/or legumes in stir-fries, casseroles, soups, stews and salads to help fill you up.
* Switch to whole grain pasta, rice and grains.
* Mix oatmeal or other cereal into burgers and meatballs.
* Crush high-fiber cereal such as Fiber One® to coat chicken breasts and fish fillets or use as a topping for baked dishes like casseroles or muffins.
* Replace half the amount of all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour when baking.

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