Milk is an important food for children two to five years of age mainly because of its calcium content. If a child drinks about 16 to 32 ounces of milk a day there is no cause for concern. Drinking too much milk or any liquid may reduce appetite for other important foods, especially those that are rich in iron. For preschool children who have a varied diet, vitamin supplements are not required. However if you restrict foods such as in a vegetarian diet with no eggs or dairy products consult a pediatrician about which supplements are needed and in what amounts.
Water is an important nutrient.
Offer your child water several times a day. When your child is thirsty offer water instead of sugared drinks. Any food that supplies calories and nutrients can be part of a nutritious diet. It's the content of the total diet over a day or more that counts. Helping children to a healthy weight Children vary enormously in the way they grow.