“I've actually suffered from allergies my entire life. My mom had allergies, so I was aware of what an issue they can be. Many people allow their allergies to affect their lives. As a mom with two kids and two jobs, I just can't let allergies slow me down. It's a day to day thing that can really be remedied by finding the right medication.” PeopleTwoKidsJobsIssuesMomFindingsMy MomDay To DayMedicationAllergiesTwo Jobs Author:Alison Sweeney
“I have encouraged my kids to eat well from day one. I add flavor - herbs and spices - to everything because I don't want them getting used to starchy, bland food.” WantWellsKidsUsedAddFlavorSpicesHerbsBlandHerbs And Spices Author:Alison Sweeney
“Especially with me working in the entertainment industry, I think my kids are aware of weight and fat much earlier than other kids. It was important to me from the beginning to make sure they understand things like why too much sugar is bad for you, etc.” ThinkingImportantKidsToo MuchIndustryWeightEntertainmentFatsEtcSugarEntertainment Industry Author:Alison Sweeney
“Can you believe approximately 17 percent of American children ages 2 to 19 years are obese? How about this fact: approximately 60 percent of overweight children ages 5 to 10 already have at least one risk factor for heart disease? We are all to blame for this - parents, schools, kids - all of us.” YearsBelieveHeartChildrenFactsKidsAgeSchoolParentRiskDiseasePercentBlameFactorsOverweightHeart DiseaseObese Author:Alison Sweeney
“I love fresh vegetables and we always include them in our meals. I don't force my kids to eat asparagus, but they do eat peas, broccoli, and carrots.” KidsForceMealsVegetablesCarrotsPeasBroccoliAsparagus Author:Alison Sweeney
“I save my dreams and hopes for my kids. When I'm making a wish under a bridge or tunnel, it's always for them.” DreamKidsWishBridgesTunnels Author:Alison Sweeney
“We talk a lot on 'Biggest Loser' about how fitness is a natural antidepressant, how it burns off stress. What I like about running is that it gives me time alone. I'm always busy, with people at work, with my kids. I love getting out for a run by myself and just listening to my music.” PeopleGivingRunningKidsNaturalLossListeningGive MeStressBusyLoserWeight LossMe AloneJust ListenAlone TimeAntidepressantsBiggest Loser Author:Alison Sweeney
