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	from Joy Victory I trick-or-treated well into my teen years, because, let's face it: Free candy is free candy. And I didn't realize it at the time, but it's also a great excuse to get out, get some fresh air, and meet your neighbors. Here's how to make the most out of your Halloween. Also, be sure to scroll down to the very end of this newsletter to learn about a type of candy that is -- yes, believe it or not -- good for you!

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First, Be Safe
In order to fully enjoy the bounty of free candy, one must trick-or-treat safely.
- First Aid Guide Rod Brouhard

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Second, Have a Candy Plan
My candy plan as a kid was to sort out all the chocolate and hide it in my closet. So, assume your children have equally sneaky plans.
- Pediatrics Guide Vincent Iannelli, M.D.

Third, Don't Ignore the Scary Reality
This candy calorie calculator will show you how much exercise you'll need to do to burn off all that candy you've eaten. In other words, eating one "fun-size" candy bar becomes less fun when you realize you will need to walk 1,600 steps.
- Walking Guide Wendy Baumgartner

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Top Picks - Healthy Halloween Candy -- Well, Sort Of from your Calorie Count Plus Guide

Most candy is made with lots of sugar and fat. That's why we love candy, after all. But, if you're watching your weight, or have special dietary issues like diabetes, these candies below may be a better option for you.

1) Tootsie Roll
Tootsie Rolls have a chocolate flavor without the actual calories of milk chocolate, which is fattening. Plus, Tootsie Rolls are uber chewy and melt slowly.

2) Werther's Original Sugar Free
These hard candies have a nice buttery and toffee taste to them, and, like Tootsie Rolls, take a long time to dissolve. Better yet, they're also sugar-free.

3) Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate Bar
Yes, dark chocolate has a lot of calories, but, like red wine, it contains heart-healthy antioxidants. So, it's OK to treat yourself with this type of chocolate, while the trick is to eat it in moderation. (See below for even more details on dark chocolate).

The Candy You Should Eat -- Now!

The Many Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
A small bar of dark chocolate contains tons of antioxidants. Nutritionists even recommend enjoying some every day to help keep your heart and cardiovascular system running well. If you're like me, you are used to milk chocolate, but these tips will help you make the switch from milk chocolate to dark chocolate. I now even crave dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate!

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