Why Halloween Candy is F*cking Up Your Kid’s Relationship with Food

You’re In Charge: Priorizing Self-Care Without Sacrifice with Heather Dumas

Introduction:

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• Dive into the Halloween candy controversy. What's your philosophy? Are you a candy hoarder or a trunk-or-treater? I share my own childhood candy escapades and why it's crucial to think about the message you're sending your kids about food.

The Candy of Yesteryears:

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• A trip down memory lane. How my dad's razor-blade paranoia led to a year-long candy stash under the bed. Spoiler: The family dog was the real candy thief.

Trunk or Treat: A Modern Dilemma:

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• The rise of trunk-or-treat events and why they might be sucking the fun out of Halloween. Also, why it's not just about the candy; it's about the experience.

The Psychology of Candy Binging:

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• The unintended consequences of letting your kids go ham on Halloween candy. Are you programming your kids for a lifetime of sugar highs and lows?

The Anatomy of Candy Choices:

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• It's not just sugar; it's science. How the body processes candy and why timing matters. Spoiler: Post-football Snickers, anyone?

The Healthy Alternative: Joe Joe's Chocolate:

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Conclusion:

• A final call to action. Think before you speak, especially when it comes to your kids and candy. Let's not mess up another generation's relationship with food, shall we?

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