DISCUSSION: Halloween candy alternatives
According to an Associated Press article on CNN.com (”Looming Halloween sparks hunt for healthier treats”, October 6, 2008), about 30 percent of children ages 2 to 19 are overweight or obese. Some parents have decided to take the initiative to help curb the consumption of vast amounts of sugar and fat by switching to healthier treats, toys, and through “buyback strategies”.
Have you used any candy alternatives, and if so, what has been successful?
Of course, we know that not only children partake in the sugarfest–much of the collected candy winds up in workplaces and offices as well.
Do you have any strategies for dealing with the constant temptation this time of year?
Chris said,
October 15, 2008 @ 1:15 am
Kids always love money! I gave quarters one time instead of candy and kids were coming back for seconds. Of course, they were probably going to the 7-11 to buy candy with it, but …
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November 2, 2009 @ 6:07 am
Hello there, Happy late haloween(: !
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