food swaps

Want to start the meal with chips and dip?

by Jo-Ann Heslin, MA, RD, CDN on April 23, 2015 · 0 comments

A half-cup of spinach dip plus 20 chips comes in close to 500 calories. Swap for salsa and chips and cut the calories to 200. Order raw vegetables and lowfat ranch dip and you cut the calories in half again. … Read More

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Craving a turkey club sandwich?

by Jo-Ann Heslin, MA, RD, CDN on April 9, 2015 · 0 comments

Order a turkey sandwich with 2 instead of 3 slices of bread. Swap the mayonnaise for low fat ranch dressing and you will save close to 250 calories. Ask for whole wheat bread and you boost the fiber. … Read More

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