Use olive or safflower oil instead of partially hydrogenated fats, oils and margarine whenever possible.
Substitute chicken broth for butter or margarine in dishes like mashed potatoes.
Try substituting one-half of the white flour with wheat flour when baking.
Steam vegetables and try adding basil, rosemary or garlic for flavor instead of butter.
Trim all visible fat off of meat and remove the skin off of poultry.
Remember, you don't need meat at every meal. Consider purchasing a vegetarian cookbook for ideas and suggestions.
Use applesauce instead of oils in baking.
Try something new—cook meats in fruit juices instead of oil.
Remember that grilling is always a better choice than frying.
Enhance the flavor of your foods with spices—the more the merrier.
