Halloween is a celebration that many children look forward to the previous months. And how not to do it, if it is about putting on some funny dizfraz (perhaps of our favorite character) and also it is time to go for a walk while we are asking for 'trick or treat' door by door.
No doubt candies and sweets are a fundamental part of this celebration, but as with everything, we must take care of the excesses in the consumption of sweets, so I share some ideas of alternatives that you can give children on Halloween.
Why you should consider offering other options
Yes, going to order candy is as fun as choosing a costume and going out to show it off, but there are several reasons we can consider to avoid giving only candy to children on Halloween.
Too much sugar
What child is not attracted to sweets? With those bright colors and sweet flavors shaped like worms, balls or jelly beans, it is almost impossible for them to resist them. And what about cupcakes, chocolates or donuts, which we love kids and adults! But we must remember that each one of these treats is made with high sugar content and even some have many calories without any nutritional value.
Childhood obesity is a big and real problem: in the last 40 years the number of obese children and adolescents has multiplied by 10. It is true, not everything is because of Halloween, but of a poor diet in general, but therefore we must seek healthy alternatives to offer children.
Food allergies
There are millions of children in the world who suffer from an allergy (only 2 million in Spain!), So for many parents, Halloween night becomes a cause for concern and they must take care that their children with food allergies do not consume any goodies that can cause a reaction.
In the United States, for example, there is an initiative called "Teal Pumpkin Project", in which they invite you to raise awareness in your community to take into account children who are allergic to certain foods and to whom the ingredients in candy could harm them. . Who participates in this project they put a turquoise pumpkin on the door of their houses to indicate that there are safe options for children with food allergies.
Dental problems
Excessive or frequent consumption of sweets causes the appearance of tooth decay and dental problems. On Halloween it is common that when we return home we find kilos of sweets and sweets that our children are eager to eat, so it is important to take control and regulate their consumption.
Remember that it is not about totally banning sweets, but simply offering something different from what you will already receive in other houses. Not only will you avoid excess candy, but also you can give it a different and original touch to other children's Halloween when you offer alternatives to treats.
Food alternatives to distribute on Halloween
Continuing within the theme of food or snacks to distribute on Halloween, we can choose to give children healthier or more nutritious options than typical sweets. I share some ideas with fruits and other foods.
How are you terrifying apple mouths What does María José de Directo al Paladar offer us? To make them you will only need apples, jam and rolled almonds. If necessary you can vary the ingredients and change the jam for peanut butter, for example.
This spooky milkshake They offer us in Speed Spoon is very fun and easy to prepare. You can offer it to the little ones in plastic cups while they take a little break on their night to do trick or treat.
Another option that offers Direct to the Palate are these tender rice zucchini. They are made with rice, black olives and pepper, and are also perfect for some Halloween dinner at home.
What about these Kiwi Frankenstein? They are a bit laborious but they are very cute, we have seen the recipe in Two Healthy Kitchens.
These witch brooms They are very pretty and to make them you will only need cheese, salted sticks and chives. See how to prepare them in Raining Hot Coupons.
Another recipe they offer us from Direct to Palate are these pumpkin puree cookies, perfect for distributing children to do trick or treat.
These grape spiders I loved them because they are very fast and easy to prepare, you can find the procedure to do them in Eating Richly.
If you have little time or yours is not the kitchen, you can choose to give something that does not require preparation and only needs a little decoration, how are you Frankestein-style apples that we have seen in Non Toy Gifts.
Another option that will take a short time to prepare is these pumpkin oranges, which have been drawn the typical eyes, nose and mouth of the Halloween pumpkin, as suggested in Lil 'Luna.
Non-food options
In addition to food, there are other options that you can give to children and that without a doubt they will be a detail that surprises and enchants you equally. I share some ideas of what you can give:
Halloween themed stickers.
Bubble bottles.
Plasticine (can be made at home).
Small toys (balls, yo-yos, etc.).
Crayon boxes.
Notepad and pen.
Accessories with halloween decorations (lenses, bracelets, rings).
A homemade themed card.
In addition to giving a different detail, you can decorate them to add the terrifying or spooky touch, how are you spiders they made with eyes and pipe cleaners on the lid of the plasticine boats in Eighteen25.
I hope you liked these alternatives to distribute to children instead of candy. Enjoy and spend a safe Halloween with your family!
