1. Decrease portion sizes, especially of high-fat foods.
2. Eat more whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
3. Use leaner cuts of meats (white meat of poultry without skin; fish; round or loin cuts of beef; loin cut of pork).
4. Use non-meat sources of protein (beans, peas and lentils).
5. Choose low-fat (1%) or nonfat dairy products.
6. Cut down on the use of added fats (butter, margarine, mayonnaise, salad dressing) or use low-fat alternatives.

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