If finicky eaters are at your table at mealtime, there are ways to add nutrition to everyday meals with little or no change in taste.
Substitute whole wheat or whole grain pastas in spaghetti or other pasta dishes with red sauces. The whole wheat flavor does not overpower savory tomato-based sauces.
Whole grain foods have their outer covering, which are the sources of fiber, vitamins, minerals and proteins. Plus, they can be prepared and eaten in many ways.
In recipes that use flour, use at least half of whole wheat flour.
Try high fiber whole grain crackers and breads – read the label for the lower fat and salt variety.
The National Cancer Institute recommends increasing the amount of fiber in your diet to 20-30 grams of fiber a day. Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, cereals, dried beans, and peas. When shopping, read the food label. Foods that are high in fiber contain five or more grams of fiber in one serving.
For more nutrition information, go to www.nutrition.gov.
