10/31/2025
🎃 Healthy Halloween Tips:
1. Plan ahead for treats.
Have a plan before the candy shows up! Decide how you’ll handle candy at work, home, or social events so you don’t feel caught off guard.
2. Keep trigger foods out of sight.
If candy is hard to resist, buy types you don’t enjoy or wait until the day of Halloween to purchase it. Store it out of sight or give leftovers away immediately.
3. Create non-food traditions.
Carve pumpkins, watch a movie, decorate, or hand out glow sticks instead of candy. Celebrate the fun, not just the food.
4. Have a protein-based snack before festivities.
A protein-rich meal or shake can help you stay full and reduce temptation to snack on sweets.
5. Practice mindful eating.
If you decide to have a treat, sit down, savor it slowly, and enjoy it without guilt. One mindful bite is better than mindless grazing.
6. Bring your own option.
If attending a party, bring a bariatric-friendly dish or snack so you know there’s something that fits your needs.
7. Focus on connection, not candy.
Enjoy time with friends, family, or kids trick-or-treating. The memories last longer than the sweets!
8. Get back to routine quickly.
If you overdo it, don’t panic. Get back to your usual balanced meals and hydration the next day—no guilt, just reset.
