We're not gonna spook ya and say you should avoid candy this Halloween (hey, it only happens once a year and who doesn't love a caramel apple?). But we do a have a few fab tricks if you're trying to stay healthy. Have fun, sweeties!
1. Get in Some Easy Exercise
Sure, you're probably runnin' around putting finishing touches on your costume but why not take a break for a sweat sesh? Our fave Halloween-inspired workout? Pumpkin pick-ups.
Warm up for five minutes and then start jogging. When you get to a house with a pumpkin on the porch, sprint--until the next house with a jack-o'-lantern outside. Repeat for 20 minutes, then do a five minute cool down.
2. Be Picky
This year, have discerning taste when it comes to the candy bowl and your pillowcase filled with treats. Hate Tootsie pops? Give 'em away or just avoid 'em--you don't have to eat every goodie ya get!
3. Eat Before You Go Out
Whether you're going to a scary film fest at your BFF's or trick-o-treating with your sibs, make sure to have a healthy meal before ya head outta the house. You'll fuel your bod with needed nutrients and it'll make it easier to pass on those Sour Patch Kids.
4. Stash those Seeds
The insides of a pumpkin are super-nutritious (those itty-bitty seeds are loaded with the mineral magnesium and help with bloating when you have PMS).
Check out our fave recipe and then sprinkle them on your salad.
5. Floss!
All this sugar can be rough on your pearly whites. Brush and floss before you go to bed (don't forget to rinse after). And get in the habit of flossing nightly--you might even live longer because of it (a study showed folks who floss live 6+ years longer than those who don't). Plus, it'll help keep your teeth lookin' amazing.
Happy Halloween!
By: Katie Abbondanza