{"id":2296,"date":"2016-10-12T20:47:37","date_gmt":"2016-10-12T20:47:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.daniellebinns.com\/stagingsite\/?p=2296"},"modified":"2019-10-23T16:34:56","modified_gmt":"2019-10-23T20:34:56","slug":"healthier-halloween-treats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daniellebinns.com\/stagingsite\/2016\/10\/healthier-halloween-treats\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Healthier Halloween “Treats”"},"content":{"rendered":"

Halloween is around the corner and you might be cringing at the thought of your child coming home with a bag\u00a0 that candy!<\/p>\n

It’s rare that my girls get their hands on nutrient-lacking “treats” at home, but they aren’t completely avoidable (or avoided).\u00a0 I explain why we need to keep desserts in the mix here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Plus, it’s a given that when we have a visit with family, or attend parties there will be treats.\u00a0 Case in point:\u00a0 Grandparents tend to excel in this department, because…you know, they don’t want to deprive their grandkids of the sweet stuff. (wink, wink)<\/p>\n

Then there’s one-off occasions during the year where treats are easily\u00a0accessible, like Halloween.<\/p>\n

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With Sienna’s congenital condition (my eldest daughter) we\u00a0should<\/em> limit the sweet stuff as much as possible.\u00a0 That goes for all kids (and humans) but we live in a sugar-laden society and thus, we need to navigate accordingly.<\/p>\n

So as Halloween approaches, I feel compelled to put a healthier spin on Halloween.<\/p>\n

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Here’s why I wanted a Healthier Halloween<\/span><\/h3>\n

Firstly,<\/strong> the excitement around Halloween is high. \u00a0Since sugar-laded treats are historically thrown into the Halloween mix, they become associated with “fun”.<\/p>\n

In our family we try not<\/em> to make unhealthy foods (like cookies, ice cream, candy) seem “special”, because special foods become more desired foods. \u00a0Brownies deserve no more attention and excitement than broccoli\u00a0does! \u00a0 However, the Halloween fun and sugar-frenzy\u00a0seem to go hand-in-hand.<\/p>\n

Secondly,<\/strong> who says\u00a0treats have to contain\u00a0nutrient-lacking ingredients to taste good? \u00a0As soon as Halloween season approaches store shelves are packed high with assorted candy and chocolate. \u00a0But there are other options!<\/p>\n

I know, I know.<\/p>\n

There is a time and place for\u00a0sweets.<\/p>\n

I can’t lie. I love\u00a0my brownies<\/a> and cookies<\/a> too, so it wouldn’t be fair to withhold less healthy foods from my kids, especially on Halloween. \u00a0Thankfully, there are healthier alternatives to your standard Halloween treats.<\/p>\n

Here are a few for you to consider…<\/p>\n

\"Healthy<\/p>\n

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8 Healthier Halloween Treats (Edible)<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you’re in Toronto, many of these are local as well so it’s a win-win!<\/p>\n

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  1. Quinoa Cookies<\/strong><\/a> – 25 gluten-free cookies for\u00a0$6.59 ($0.26 per cookie). \u00a0Available at Costco.<\/li>\n
  2. New Moon Cookies<\/strong><\/a> – 50 cookies for $20 ($0.40 per cookie). \u00a0Pick up required.<\/li>\n
  3. Sweets from the Earth<\/a><\/strong> – 50 nut-free, chocolate chip cookies for $25 ($0.50 per cookie). \u00a0Pick up or $17 for shipping.<\/li>\n
  4. SeaSnax<\/a><\/strong> – Box of 72 packages for $75 ($1.04 per package). \u00a0Free shipping.<\/li>\n
  5. Made Good Granola Bars<\/strong> <\/a>– 5 bars for $5 but often you can get them on sale for $4 (~$1 per bar). Available at most grocery outlets and Costco locations.<\/li>\n
  6. Skinny Pop<\/a><\/strong> – \u00a030 bags for $30 (~$1 per bag). \u00a0Online or from Costco. NOTE: better for older children given choking hazard.<\/li>\n
  7. Clementine oranges<\/strong> – Box contains about 25 oranges for\u00a0$4 to $8 per box (about $0.16 to $0.30 per orange)<\/li>\n
  8. Applesauce<\/strong> – 6 cups for $3 ($0.50 per cup). \u00a0I don’t love applesauce as an everyday food because it lacks fiber and is a sugar hit (nor the environmental impact of plastic cups), BUT it’s a better alternative to candy bars. \u00a0Opt for pure 100% organic apples.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    \"Healthy<\/a><\/p>\n

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    10 Healthier Halloween Treats (Non-Edible)<\/span><\/h3>\n

    And who says treats have to be edible! \u00a0\u00a0A little toy\u00a0for the kids is a win-win, keeping our little ones entertained\u00a0and\u00a0giving parents\u00a0time to make\u00a0dinner. \u00a0Here are a few favourites (much of the credit for these ideas goes to my\u00a0“Family Nutrition Forum<\/a>” Facebook Group).<\/p>\n

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    1. Sidewalk Chalk<\/strong><\/li>\n
    2. Stickers<\/strong><\/li>\n
    3. Playdoh<\/strong><\/li>\n
    4. Winter Mits<\/strong><\/li>\n
    5. Note pads<\/strong><\/li>\n
    6. Pencils<\/strong><\/li>\n
    7. Stamps<\/strong><\/li>\n
    8. Bubbles<\/strong><\/li>\n
    9. Hair ties\/bows<\/strong><\/li>\n
    10. Swim\/Skate passes<\/strong>\u00a0(They are available in some cities for $5 for a10 pack)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      \"alternative<\/p>\n

      Many of the above can be purchased at Dollarama or a nearby dollar store. \u00a0Costco carries the Playdoh. \u00a0You can snag some other non-edible ideas from the Teal Pumpkin Project<\/a>.<\/p>\n

      Feel free to put a healthy spin on Halloween this year. \u00a0 Our kids can only eat so many Smarties (ha!) and some sidewalk chalk has a much longer life span.<\/p>\n

      What are you handing out this Halloween? \u00a0My brain stopped working after these 18\u00a0alternative “treats” so I could use some inspiration!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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