American teens aren't making babies like they used to. In fact, the birth rate among teens 15 to 19 years of age fell to a record low in 2009, according to new data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Use less of a âregularâ dressing to shave calories, fat and salt. Unless you like dry salads, then use no dressing and enjoy! Low Calorie Fast Food Tip #3 -- The USDA recommends 2,300 mg of sodium per day for healthy adults; 1,500 mg for older folks, African-Americans and people with high blood pressure. Low Calorie Fast Food Tip #4 -- There are several strategies you can use to reduce calories, fat and sodium.
Low-fat microwave popcorn; Hard and jelly candies; Other foods. Broth type soups with a vegetable base; Sauces, pudding, or shakes made with skim milk; Salsa; Mustard; These foods supply half the fat (or less) than the regular version of the food, but most of their calories still come from fat. They should be used in small amounts by people on low-fat diets: Light margarine and mayonnaise