Top Tips to Enjoy Healthy Latin Food Without Losing the Tast...(the next time you go to the store. --...),Health

-- Every fiber of your being -- Incorporate more fiber in your meal plan

by choosing fresh produce and whole grain products, such as brown rice

or whole wheat tortillas.

-- 'Tis the season -- Skip the salt and use herbs, garlic and other

seasonings. Use spicy chili peppers to add flavor and zip. Try smoked

turkey instead of salt pork.

-- Now you're cooking! -- Broil it. Bake it. Grill it. Or, use a low

calorie cooking spray instead of butter when frying or sauteing.

-- Lean on me -- Remove skin and fat from meats before cooking. Use skim

instead of whole milk.

Por tu Familia, translated into English as "For Your Family," sponsors community based programs in English and Spanish to inform Latinos about the importance of making healthy lifestyle choices in order prevent diabetes and to help those living with the disease. The initiative sponsors a variety of outreach programs that are culturally specific to the Latino community. Programs and events sponsored by the initiative emphasize the uniqueness of the Latino culture and incorporate rich customs such as dance and traditional cuisine. These programs teach the basics of preventing diabetes and how to lead a healthy lifestyle for those diagnosed with diabetes.

Red Snapper Veracruz (Mexico)

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp olive oil Prep time: 20-30 minutes

1/2 medium onion, finely chopped Cook time: 35-40 minutes

2 garlic cloves, crushed Serves: 8

4 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and Serving size: 4 ounces fish

finely chopped

1/4 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1 jalapeno pepper, seeds and white vein

removed, cut into strips or 1/4 cup canned

jalapeno pepper

1 Tbsp capers

6 stuffed green olives, sliced

2 lb red snapper filet
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