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Set a good example for your family:

Speak their language:  Tell children that real food comes from nature, while “fake” food -like potato chips and sugary drinks- comes from factory.  Kids get the concept that real is better than fake, so discuss what’s fake about your diets, and resolve to choose healthy alternatives together.

Redefine dessert:  Using sweets as a post-dinner bribe may devalue veggies and condition you both to expect a before-bed sugar-fest.  Instead, share yogurt or fruit in the evenings, and save the ice cream for special occasions.

Surround your family with healthy options:  Keeping your kitchen free of tempting junk will stop squabbles before they start.  You can bring home cookies and say no 20 times, or you can say no in the store once.