Summer is grilling season — time to leave the kitchen and to fire up the barbecue.

For a healthier experience, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics suggests:

• Grill meat slowly at a lower temperature, rather than searing over high heat. Charring can trigger formation of cancer-causing compounds.
• Trim away fat before grilling meat.
• Marinate meat for at least 30 minutes before grilling. Good marinades include vinegar, citrus juice, beer, wine or green tea.
• For a healthier meal, grill tomatoes, onions, squash, mushrooms, pineapple, peppers or veggie burgers.
• Throw out any leftover marinade.
• Keep your grill clean.

Source: HealthDay