Halloween Survival Tip: Host a Halloween Party


Updated 10/25/10 10:29 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Keep Halloween Healthy by Planning a Party

With so many treats lying around, Halloween can be a hard time to keep things healthy — suddenly you're one fun-sized candy away from a whole bag! And this is exactly why my mom throws a Halloween party almost every year. Since she freaks out at the sight of too much chocolate (sorry, mom!), a party is an easy way for her to control what treats are around the house. You're probably thinking Read more

Halloween Candy Breakdown


Updated 10/02/11 12:01 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 14 comments

Calories in Halloween Candy: Fun Size Treats

Who isn't tempted by a little fun-sized trick-o-treating candy? From the tiny Reese's Peanut Butter Cups to the Snickers bar you can wrap your hand around, there are Halloween candy jars everywhere these days. Remember, the little indulgences add up — just because they're small doesn't mean they are calorie-free. Take a look at the chart below and see how your fave candy stacks up. 1 treat Read more

Save the Guts: Roast Your Pumpkin Seeds


Updated 10/19/10 1:09 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds

Before throwing out your Jack-o'-lantern's guts, use the pumpkin seeds to make a healthy snack. High in plant sterols and phytochemicals, pumpkin seeds aid in lowering cholesterol and promoting good prostate health. On top of that, they're also a good source of protein, fiber, potassium, and magnesium. Try them alone, toss over a salad, or get creative. To see the recipe and get ideas on how to Read more

Halloween Survival Tip: Wait to Buy Your Candy


Updated 10/19/10 1:08 PM · Posted by · 14 comments

Diet Tip: Don't Buy Your Halloween Candy Just Yet

There are two topics discussed all year long at my house: birthday party planning and Halloween costumes. And although my daughters have put their candy requests in — they would like to hand out Kit Kats and Starbursts — I have dug in my heels on this one. I am not buying any candy until the last minute, which is hard for me since I am a planner. I know that mini treats often lead to over Read more

Hydrogenated Oil Lurking in Your Halloween Treats?


Updated 05/16/11 6:55 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

Hydrogenated Oil Lurking in Your Halloween Treats?

Halloween is all about light-hearted spookiness, but I'll tell you, I saw something shockingly scary at the grocery store — the labels on Halloween candy. Corn syrup, food coloring, and the worst, hydrogenated oil. Companies still use this type of trans fat even though we know it's been linked to heart problems, miscarriages, obesity, and belly fat. Let's see if you know which candy to avoid Read more