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Healthy Halloween Goodies Kids Won’t “Boo” Over
Healthy Halloween Goodies Kids Won’t “Boo” Over
Trident United Way Provides Tips for Tricky TreatsCharleston– Trick or Treat? The spirit of Halloween can have a frightening amount of sugar, calories, and fat. With childhood obesity levels soaring to new heights, Trident United Way provides these tips for a healthier Halloween.
Anne Bergin, Trident United Way’s Director of Health and Public Policy, recommends nutritional options that are pre-packaged, portable, and contain less sugar than a candy bar. These include mini packs of raisins, unsalted pretzels, whole grain goldfish and 100 percent natural juice boxes. There are also plenty of non-food options such as Halloween-themed pencils, books, stickers, and toys.
“I’m always trying to avoid adding to the candy haul,” Bergin said. “The best candy alternative ever was the year I set up a water station and handed out cups of cool water. Lowcountry Halloween can be hot, inside of a costume!”
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Did you know? Nearly 2/3 of the tri-county community is not at a healthy weight. Trident United Way is focusing its efforts to increase by 25% the number of people who live healthy lifestyles.
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