Halloween marks the start of the candy season, which runs from Halloween through Easter. To promote health and wellness, here are some suggestions for healthy Halloween food treats and alternatives to candy.

10 No-Calorie Halloween Treasures

Stickers – Pick from Halloween or other themes.
Plastic Fangs and Teeth – These fake vampire teeth are usually good for several hours of spooky fun.
Pens or Pencils – Pick from Halloween or other themes, along with shaped erasers.
Halloween Jewelry, Bracelet or Rings – Many glow in the dark!
Temporary Tattoos – Options are infinite and kids love them.
Decorative Cups – Cups are particularly good for children’s parties. Once the party is over the children can take home their cup as a souvenir from the party.
Coloring book and crayons
Shoe laces – Pick from Halloween or other themes.
Toothbrushes – disposable and colored or decorated disposable dental flossers
Plastic Insects, Ghosts, Animals or Skeletons – There are many different options from the creepy crawly insects and spiders to ghosts or skeletons.

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Date of publication: October 28, 2009
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