Put Halloween Candy Away Before Children Start 'Goblin' It Up Everyday

After Halloween, parents may wish to set a timeline for how long trick-or-treat candy remains in the house.

"Make a deal with your kids that Halloween candy will be removed after about a week," says Dr. Janice Stuff, a nutritionist at the USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center at Baylor College of Medicine. "After that time, pick special times to give candy to your kids. Tasting it occasionally will help them satisfy their sweet tooth."

Eating too much candy on a regular basis can sometimes cause children to develop bad eating habits.

"Consuming too many sugary foods can affect a child's appetite," says Dr. Stuff, a Baylor assistant professor of pediatrics. "If they do not have a good appetite, they may not regularly eat the fruits, vegetables, and meats they need to grow up healthy and strong."

- From the USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center at Baylor College of Medicine

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