Halloween candy Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Sun, 30 Oct 2022 15:55:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png Halloween candy Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 Healthier Alternatives to Halloween Candy https://yourdailysportfix.com/healthier-alternatives-to-halloween-candy/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 08:30:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=21024 Halloween may be all about ghouls and gremlins, but everyone knows that candy is the real MVP of Spooky Season! Unfortunately, most candies are laden with high amounts of sugar, preservatives, and other things which your body would appreciate not being exposed to.  As trick or treating is a huge part of the fun, here are some […]

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]]> Halloween may be all about ghouls and gremlins, but everyone knows that candy is the real MVP of Spooky Season! Unfortunately, most candies are laden with high amounts of sugar, preservatives, and other things which your body would appreciate not being exposed to. 

As trick or treating is a huge part of the fun, here are some healthier options to keep with tradition. 

Homemade Chocolate Turtles

Sweet, salty, and crunchy is a winning combination, so no wonder that Turtles have been around for more than 100 years! Use pitted dates, dark chocolate, pecans, and sea salt to make your own version which features less sugar and added fiber from the dates.

Peanut Butter Balls

You won’t be able to stop at just one of these peanut butter balls! Peanuts already pack a ton of good fats, so throw in some protein powder, and you’ve got a sweet treat to keep you going for hours.

Sweet and Sour Grapes

Not everyone likes it sweet. If tart is more your taste, you’ll love this dupe for Sour Patch candy. Use whichever sweetener you prefer to roll the grapes in, and as much lime juice as you can handle!

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]]> Keep These Tips in Mind When Choosing Halloween Candy https://yourdailysportfix.com/keep-these-tips-in-mind-when-choosing-halloween-candy/ Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:15:56 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6771 Once the month of October hits, we get bombarded with Halloween treats everywhere we turn – at work, at our Dr.s offices, at the bank, in our communal living spaces, etc. It’s pretty unavoidable not to indulge in these tasty sweets. It’s totally okay to eat candy every once in a while and we have […]

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]]> Once the month of October hits, we get bombarded with Halloween treats everywhere we turn – at work, at our Dr.s offices, at the bank, in our communal living spaces, etc. It’s pretty unavoidable not to indulge in these tasty sweets. It’s totally okay to eat candy every once in a while and we have tips for a healthier way to enjoy your favorites.

Don’t Pay Too Much Attention to Calories

Yes, it’s important to be mindful of calories when choosing a sweet, but calories don’t give us the full story. Just because something is lower in calories, it doesn’t mean it’s the healthier option. Sugary favorites like Skittles, Sour Patch Kids, and Sweedish Fish may be lower in calories than chocolate options like Almond Joys, Snickers, and Kit Kats, but it doesn’t make them the healthier option.

What Type of Chocolate?

If you can, always aim for dark chocolate options when they are available. Dark chocolate has less sugar added than other chocolate and it’s best to aim for chocolates that have at least 70 percent cacao.

In addition, chocolates that contain nuts usually have less sugar added and they will keep you feeling satisfied for longer.

Pay Attention to Serving Size

Halloween candy comes in fun-size and bite-size options, which is great for portion control. Just be mindful of how many pieces you are eating and remember it’s okay to enjoy yourself!

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Halloween candy Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Sun, 30 Oct 2022 15:55:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png Halloween candy Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 Healthier Alternatives to Halloween Candy https://yourdailysportfix.com/healthier-alternatives-to-halloween-candy/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 08:30:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=21024 Halloween may be all about ghouls and gremlins, but everyone knows that candy is the real MVP of Spooky Season! Unfortunately, most candies are laden with high amounts of sugar, preservatives, and other things which your body would appreciate not being exposed to.  As trick or treating is a huge part of the fun, here are some […]

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]]> Halloween may be all about ghouls and gremlins, but everyone knows that candy is the real MVP of Spooky Season! Unfortunately, most candies are laden with high amounts of sugar, preservatives, and other things which your body would appreciate not being exposed to. 

As trick or treating is a huge part of the fun, here are some healthier options to keep with tradition. 

Homemade Chocolate Turtles

Sweet, salty, and crunchy is a winning combination, so no wonder that Turtles have been around for more than 100 years! Use pitted dates, dark chocolate, pecans, and sea salt to make your own version which features less sugar and added fiber from the dates.

Peanut Butter Balls

You won’t be able to stop at just one of these peanut butter balls! Peanuts already pack a ton of good fats, so throw in some protein powder, and you’ve got a sweet treat to keep you going for hours.

Sweet and Sour Grapes

Not everyone likes it sweet. If tart is more your taste, you’ll love this dupe for Sour Patch candy. Use whichever sweetener you prefer to roll the grapes in, and as much lime juice as you can handle!

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]]> Keep These Tips in Mind When Choosing Halloween Candy https://yourdailysportfix.com/keep-these-tips-in-mind-when-choosing-halloween-candy/ Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:15:56 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=6771 Once the month of October hits, we get bombarded with Halloween treats everywhere we turn – at work, at our Dr.s offices, at the bank, in our communal living spaces, etc. It’s pretty unavoidable not to indulge in these tasty sweets. It’s totally okay to eat candy every once in a while and we have […]

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]]> Once the month of October hits, we get bombarded with Halloween treats everywhere we turn – at work, at our Dr.s offices, at the bank, in our communal living spaces, etc. It’s pretty unavoidable not to indulge in these tasty sweets. It’s totally okay to eat candy every once in a while and we have tips for a healthier way to enjoy your favorites.

Don’t Pay Too Much Attention to Calories

Yes, it’s important to be mindful of calories when choosing a sweet, but calories don’t give us the full story. Just because something is lower in calories, it doesn’t mean it’s the healthier option. Sugary favorites like Skittles, Sour Patch Kids, and Sweedish Fish may be lower in calories than chocolate options like Almond Joys, Snickers, and Kit Kats, but it doesn’t make them the healthier option.

What Type of Chocolate?

If you can, always aim for dark chocolate options when they are available. Dark chocolate has less sugar added than other chocolate and it’s best to aim for chocolates that have at least 70 percent cacao.

In addition, chocolates that contain nuts usually have less sugar added and they will keep you feeling satisfied for longer.

Pay Attention to Serving Size

Halloween candy comes in fun-size and bite-size options, which is great for portion control. Just be mindful of how many pieces you are eating and remember it’s okay to enjoy yourself!

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