Food & Allergy SafetyNo. 5207 · The 2026 edition
It’s OK To Let Your Kids Indulge in Sweets This Halloween
Why you shouldn't stress about your kids' candy haul this Halloween.
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It's perfectly fine to let children enjoy their Halloween sweets without worry. A balanced approach allows for indulgences while focusing on overall healthy habits.
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It's perfectly fine to let children enjoy their Halloween sweets without worry. A balanced approach allows for indulgences while focusing on overall healthy habits.
Tips
- Monitor your language when talking about Halloween candy; instead of saying 'don't eat too much, that's bad for you,' speak directly to the concern, such as 'eating six caramels before bed is not healthy for your teeth' or 'eat all of those Skittles and you won't have room at breakfast for foods that give you energy.'
- Explain to your children the difference between everyday foods that nourish our bodies and celebratory foods like Halloween candy or birthday cake that we eat less often for pleasure or celebrations.
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