More and more children are suffering from weight problems, and Halloween does no favours for our youngsters in that regard. Rather than handing out chocolates and lollies this Halloween, consider filling those trick-or-treat backs with healthier options.
Your local organic or health-food shop most likely stocks a wide range of healthy and tasty treats made from fruits and nuts. They’ll still satisfy the most demanding sweet tooth, but without the worrying amounts of trans fats contained in many chocolate bars or snack foods. They’ll also be more nutritious than the more traditional Halloween fare.
Other tasty but healthy options, according to our chiropractic professional, include sunflower chips, pumpkin seeds, dried fruit strips, or even individual packs of sultanas or chopped dried apricots.
If you’d rather not hand out food-based treats this Halloween, you can opt for trick-or-treating options such as puzzles, games, small toys, or even pens and pencil. However, if you opt for this route, be sure that the treats that you’re handing out are appropriate for the children you’re giving them to – for example, avoid giving small children items that they may choke on.
If you’d like more information about how to make this Halloween healthier for your youngsters contact your Carlton Chiropractor for an appointment.
