Herbs are nutritious, too. Add a cup of chopped fresh herbs to a salad for your family-you'll add nutrients and cut down on the salad dressing you use. If at first you don't succeed, keep at it. A child who won't try tomato today, tomorrow or next week might give it a shot next month. Easy on cheese.
Cheese is nutritious but can be high in fat.
Milk's the one. Try 1 percent or skim milk. Pass on the pastry. Serve your children smaller portions and have them ask for seconds if they want more. For the youngest eaters, this isn't necessary-they won't eat more than they need.