Healthier Eating Starts With Healthier Cooking

Sometimes all it takes is a quick switch to lower the calories and add a new twist to the flavor of an old favorite. Here are some ideas for savvy substituting:

• Broil, grill, roast, steam, stew, stir-fry rather than fry.
• Use two egg whites in place of one whole egg in most baked goods.
• Add spices (e.g., cinnamon) to sweet baked goods to enhance the flavor when you reduce sugar.
• Flavor cooked vegetables with lemon juice, flavored vinegars, and herbs instead of fat and salt.
• Substitute lowfat yogurt for mayonnaise or sour cream in dips and dressings.
• Serve fresh, baked, or broiled fruits for dessert in place of rich sweets.
• Drink sparkling water with a lemon slice or fruit juice mixed with sparking water instead of soft drinks.

It just makes good sense to eat the best diet you can. The effort it takes to make wise food choices can bring big rewards in terms of general health and fitness, weight control, and an enhanced sense of well being.

information from:
https://www.metlife.com/individual/life-advice/health-issues/being-healthy/index.html