Nutrition Tip of the Week

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Baked Fruit

Recommendations call for 5 to 9 fruits and vegetables per day. Wash, core and quarter 1 apple or pear. Sprinkle fruit with 1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice and a dusting of cinnamon. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until soft. Enjoy with a teaspoon of warm maple syrup. Serves 1.

This nutrition tip of the week is brought to you by Melinda Safir, R.D. Melinda specializes in weight management as well as preventive and cardiovascular nutrition and wellness. For more information or to schedule a nutrition consultation, call 972-560-2655.