Halloween is fast approaching, but in case you have
not stockpiled bags of sugary treats awaiting distribution on Thursday night,
consider these alternatives form Catherine Cameron in her recent article here
While it is wonderful to have traditional Halloween
treats in moderation, the scariest part of Halloween, as Cameron notes, is
in the nutritional labels of all the 'loot' kids will gleefully amass. The
excitement and the trill of the chase, however does not need to be
sacrificed!
If you're interested in trying something new this
year, here is a list of affordable candy alternatives. These fun
'treats' are wonderful options for all families to try out, especially for kids
with specific nutritional restrictions or allergies. Hopefully these
options may help to redefine the nature of 'trick or treating' and translate it
into a more balanced and sustainable enjoyment.
1 – Jump ropes
2 – Inflatable beach balls
3 – Frisbees
4 – Step counters
5 – Pencils and erasers for school
6 – Yoyos
7 – Chalk
8 – Bookmarks
9 – Tattoos/stickers
10 – Bicycle bells
11 – Bouncy balls
12 – Passes to the local community centre, skating rink, or pool
13 – Fun shoes laces for sneakers
14 – Sweatbands (wrist/headband type)
15 – Bubble mix for blowing bubbles
Catherine Cameron
Ambassador, Active Living
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