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Halloween is a popular holiday, where people of all ages dress up in costumes and Trick-or-treat door to door in hopes of their favorite candies and snacks. Dentists, doctors and health care professionals aren’t so fond of this holiday because of the nutrition facts of these candies and snacks and what they can do to oral health.
Parents alike try to limit their children’s intake of Halloween candy for their own sake as children tend to get a little rambunctious after eating lots of candy, as well as their children’s health. We have rounded up the 5 worst Halloween candies to avoid giving out to your trick-or-treaters to protect the health of their mouths.
Halloween candy to avoid
- Chewy candies.
This is one of the worst candy for your mouth because the biggest reason that candy is harmful to teeth is because the bacteria in the mouth burns sugar and turns it into acids. The acids dissolve the tooth enamel, and with chewy candy, they tend to stay in your mouth longer and have more time and more acid which means more tooth decay.
- Carmel
Anything that has caramel in it. Caramel is so bad for teeth because it’s sticky and will stick to teeth and braces, retainers, or fillings. If you do eat caramel, it’s best to brush and floss after.
- Sour candies.
Sour candy has become more and more popular, and with that trend showing no drop, they are one of the worst thing for your teeth. They contain both sugar and acid which is what makes the sour taste.
- Hard candies.
Lollipops and suckers are a favorite on Halloween night! But they do cause more harm than you would think on your teeth – since they last longer, and are meant to be enjoyed over a period of time the duration of time the sugar (and acids) on your teeth is greater.
- Sour patch kids
These are some of the worst candy for your teeth because not only are they sour but then there is a chewy candy under. Once the sour acid and sugar is off, you then have a chewy candy to stick to your teeth to cause more problems.
Like everyone who loves the holidays, we recommend after eating any candy to brush and floss your teeth to get rid of any sugar or acid that was left behind. If you have any questions about oral health and preventative measures, feel free to contact us on our website or call us at: 781-780-2246.
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FAQs
What is the top most hated Halloween candy? ›
| Candy | Percent of American's who hate receiving that candy |
|---|---|
| Peeps | 21.5% |
| Hot Tamales Fire & Ice | 20.1% |
| Branch's Pumpkin | 18.5% |
| Dots | 17.7% |
- Eat a little, not a lot. When wanting to indulge in something sweet or sugary, just have a few bites. ...
- Wait it out. ...
- Work it out. ...
- Satisfy your sweet tooth with fruit. ...
- Eat regular meals. ...
- Don't replace sugar with artificial sweeteners. ...
- Find a substitute.
- Reese's Pieces. ...
- Skittles. ...
- Whoppers. ...
- M&Ms. ...
- Candy Corn. ...
- Sour Patch Kids. Naturally colorful foods are highly nutritious, but Sour Patch Kids definitely don't grow on trees. ...
- Twizzlers. Don't let the “low fat” marketing fool you. ...
- Mounds.
- DUM DUMS. SEE LABEL. ♥️ Ingredients Do Not Contain: Top 8 Allergens. ...
- Free2B Bag O' Treats. SEE LABEL. ...
- Smarties. SEE LABEL. ...
- Dots. SEE LABEL. ...
- Skittles. SEE LABEL. ...
- Enjoy Life Dark Chocolate Minis. SEE LABEL. ...
- Junior Mints. SEE LABEL. ...
- Surf Sweets Halloween Organic Fruity Bears. SEE LABEL.
| Rank | Candy | Percentage of Surveyed Individuals who Dislike |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Candy Corn | 36.0% |
| 2 | Hot Tamales | 26.1% |
| 3 | Atomic Fireball | 23.9% |
| 4 | Jawbreakers | 21.7% |
Reese's Cups
It's simple yet mouthwatering for adults and children alike. Reese's is so beloved that it's the top-selling candy brand in America, with more than $2 billion in annual sales.
Snickers is the top-selling candy bar in the United States and is produced by Mars, Inc. This classic chocolate bar is made with nougat, caramel, and peanuts, and it has been a favourite among Americans since its introduction in 1930. M&M's are small, candy-coated chocolates that are produced by Mars, Inc.
Should I throw away my Halloween candy? ›When should I throw out my Halloween candy? A good rule of thumb is to simply toss it when it stops tasting good. You probably won't get sick — unless you eat all of it in one sitting, that is.
How do you avoid trick or treaters on Halloween? ›The easiest way to deter trick or treaters is to put up a 'no trick or treat' poster. These are available from your local police constabulary's website, where you can download them and print them off. Stick one to your front door and enjoy your evening in peace...
Should you limit Halloween candy? ›Allow candy freedom.
For Halloween and the following week, allow your kids to choose the candy they want. The only caveat is they must brush their teeth frequently. By the end of the week, more often than not, they're over it, says registered dietitian Barbie Cervoni, M.S., RD, CDCES, CDN.
How do you know if Halloween candy is safe? ›
- An unusual appearance or discoloration.
- Tiny pinholes or tears in wrappers.
- Spoiled or unwrapped items.
- Homemade items or baked goods should be discarded unless you personally know who gave them.
- When in doubt, throw it out.
Halloween is such a fun holiday, and it's totally healthy to enjoy some treats. Even so, overeating can make you feel crummy, so you may want to avoid that scenario. Plus, eating too much sugar–even just on Halloween–can cause a short-term spike in your blood sugar levels, which could be dangerous if you have diabetes.
What are the hazards in Halloween candy? ›“Choking hazards are incredibly common when you start to look at Halloween candies,” says Dr. Donner. “You basically want to avoid anything round, chewy, or gummy if your child is 3 or younger. Candies that fit these criteria are more likely to cause a choking incident in young kids and should be avoided entirely.”
Why candy corn is not the best Halloween candy? ›But maybe some disdain candy corn because it has some fairly scary ingredients. Of course, there's sugar, corn syrup, salt, sesame oil, honey, artificial flavor, and food colorings. Two other ingredients? Gelatin and confectioner's glaze.