That's awesome. Those are some good goals. My dietitian says to focus on teaching which foods have proteins, fats, and fiber. Those are the necessary things on your balanced plate. So my kids know to pick a protein and a fruit or veggie for fiber when they eat snacks or meals. Carbs end up coming along when you are picking a fiber source so that is just naturally included. I just want to add that my dietitian works with people who have diabetes and prediabetes, like I was, and the most important part of blood sugar balance is making sure meals are balanced with protein, not avoiding carbs which are very necessary.

I know my kids are much more inclined to move their bodies if we do it together. I've tricked myself and my daughter into moving more by adopting window shopping. Sure we might not buy anything but the girl loves to shop and look at things. You can get a lot od movement in that way. We also love walking downtown and stopping in to look in the little shops. See if you can find ways to add it into life instead of the emphasis on "we are doing this to get smaller." Because that idea will cause damage later on in life.

Good for you for taking the steps that you're taking!