RavenSkinnyCity's Page

Q: My family and I spend a lot of time at the beach during the summer. We were just there over Memorial Day and I left upset because my children ate junk all weekend. What healthy foods can I bring that my kids will actually want to eat?
—Lisa, 33, Charlotte, North Carolina

A: Family beach days are fun, but they can be stressful, too. After you pack the sunscreen, toys, towels, extra clothes, diapers, and sunglasses, there’s little time and room left for healthy food. Your kids often end up eat… Continue

Raisin the Bar:

When I was little, I loved raisins. I was that kid who even ate them on Halloween. Now I’m glad I got into the habit young — eating raisins is such an easy way to sneak in an extra serving of fruit a day. It’s a perfect on-the-go snack solution, too, whether for everyday eating or sports. When training for a marathon a few years back, I would keep a small pack in the pocket of my shorts to give me extra energy when I needed it.

Needless to say, I’ve eaten a lot of raisins in my… Continue

Below is a question a skinnyandthecity.com reader asked our site, and I think it is relevant and useful:

Q: I have a beautiful daughter who’s 8½ and has gone from being just a little chunky to noticeably overweight this past year. She plays sports and gets exercise after school with her 6- and 11-year-old brothers. They’re both thin, and we’re a very active family who eats healthily. I definitely don't point out her weight, but other kids are just starting to. I want her to be healthy and also… Continue