Halloween is particularly scary for anyone with children’s health in mind. This year, forget stickers and opt for nutritious treats—no tricks required.
With the help of Caren Tishfield, RD, co-founder of Mindful Menus, we’re getting kids interested in healthier snacks, without the risk of getting egged:
“Healthy cookies” sounds like an oxymoron, but all-natural and organic varieties like Barbara’s Bakery Snackimals cookies or 100-calorie mini-cookie bags are both wholesome and a big hit with trick or treaters.
Candy bar alternatives like no-junk Clif Z Bars are also a smart pick, says Tishfield. Aside from being yummy, “the protein and fiber make an excellent combination for snacks.” Try to stay away from bars containing nuts, which can be a big allergy-trigger for kids.
Naturally-sweetened fruit treats, like R.W. Knudsen’s juice boxes, are an easy way to satisfy kids’ sweet tooth and give them a boost of vitamin C. Stretch Island’s Fruit Leathers amount to a half-serving of fruit, so feel free to dig into the leftovers!
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