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How to avoid a Halloween sugar disaster

Submitted by ksnook on October 31, 2017 - 10:29am

Jess HainesFor many people, Halloween means dressing their kids up like cute little superheroes. Unfortunately, the holiday can also stress many parents as they try to manage the deluge of candy that children bring home from trick-or-treating.

Over-consumption of sugary treats on a single day is of no great concern for health. Sustained over-consumption can, however, lead to a number of negative health effects in children.

The good news is that there are several strategies parents can use to get rid of the candy stash and reduce the impact of what is eaten.

Read about these strategies at How to avoid a Halloween sugar disaster [1]

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