When parents prepare their kids’ meals, veggies, whole grains and milk are usually on the menu. And while parents encourage healthy eating for their kids, they don’t always eat the same foods themselves.

In fact, a recent report from the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) suggests that kids may actually have healthier eating habits than adults, with kids ages 2 to 3 scoring highest for diet quality. Look to your kid’s plate for a reminder on how you can make better choices and get more of the nutrients you need:

Kids Eat Smaller Portions. One reason kids eat less is because they start with less. Consider making yourself a “kid’s plate” to manage portion sizes. Still hungry? Eat healthy snacks in sensible portions. Snacking may help stave off hunger and prevent overeating at your next meal. Look for a balanced snack with high-quality protein to help keep you fuller longer.

Kids Drink Milk. Children 8 years and younger are the only ones eating the recommended amount of milk and milk products. According to a study from the National Cancer Institute, eight out of 10 adults don’t meet the recommendations of three servings each day. Milk is the top food source of calcium, vitamin D and potassium—identified as nutrients most Americans aren’t getting enough of by the DGAC’s report.

Kids Eat When Hungry. Ever try to feed kids when they’re not hungry? You likely end up with most of the food on the floor or left on their plates. Kids tend to do a better job than adults of ending a meal when they are full. Learn to identify how it feels to be comfortable—not stuffed—after a meal.

Column courtesy of Family Features and MilkPEP.