It’s the month of October which means it's time for Halloween! This spooky season can be filled with snacks and sweets when the annual “trick or treat!” comes around. While it’s important to have fun, here are a few tips for this Halloween season on how to stay healthy and still enjoy your pumpkin spice latte. Incorporate 5 simple tips into your Halloween festivities to make it a little healthier for your family, party guests, and trick-or-treaters.
1. Eat Before Trick or Treating
For those trick or treating, make sure to eat a healthy meal before filling up those buckets! Filling up on a good dinner before going trick or treating will reduce the chances of overindulging on candy while on the go. A full stomach will lessen the temptation to eat the candy all at once the minute it hits the trick-or-treat bag.
2. Make Healthier Choices
Halloween can be a time of super sugary sweets but there are so many ways to stay in the spooky spirit while keeping your health a priority! Recipes like these Greek Yogurt Banana Ghost Pops and Veggie Packed Monster Muffins are great alternatives. There are so many
ways to satisfy a sweet tooth by swapping artificial sugar for natural ones .
3. Balance is Everything
Good nutrition doesn’t mean not allowing yourself to have any treats, but balance is important. Setting expectations for children on how much candy they can eat when they come home and throughout the week allows both parents and kids to enjoy the festivities responsibly. If there is
still leftover candy, there are so many ways to repurpose extra candy such as donating it to a homeless shelter, children’s hospital or care package program for troops overseas.
4. Stay Active with Friends and Family
While it’s tempting to skip out on a regular workout routine, try to keep up with physical activity during the holidays. Some ideas could incorporate going for a brisk walk while admiring Halloween decorations. In general, try to find opportunities to stay active with friends and family and enjoy the autumn weather!
5. Safety First
Trick or Treating can be dangerous as many people are out and visibility is low in the dark. Always accompany young children and stay on well-lit streets with sidewalks to minimize accidents. Additionally, wait until children are home before eating treats to ensure what they’re consuming isn’t tampered with.
All in all, Halloween is just one day out of the whole year so don’t be afraid to have fun! Nonetheless, it is wise to keep these tips in mind too make this Halloween fun, spooky, and a little healthier too.
Sources:
https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/treat-related-tricks-for-a-healthier-halloween/ https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/nutrition/tips-and-tricks-for-a-healthier-halloween https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/specialties/center-for-healthy-weight-and-nutrition/resource s-for-families/nutrition-articles/tips-for-a-healthier-halloween-night/
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/how-to-have-a-h ealthy-halloween
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/all-around/Pages/Halloween-Safety-Ti ps.aspx
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