Helpful Tips

Limit foods with sugar: candies, pastries, soft drinks.
Try the 15 Rule: If your children doesn’t like a food you serve, don’t give up. Serve the same food up to 15 times over a time. Sometimes it just takes time for children to like something new.
Make nutritious snacks for children: fresh fruit, cut up carrots, cereal with low fat milk, or dry
cereal in a small baggie, graham crackers and low fat cheese.
Give younger children smaller portions. If they want more, let them ask you.
Don’t expect a clean plate. That can lead to overeating.
Don’t use food to bargain or reward.
Limit fat to 30% for each meal.