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Halloween Tricks, Not Treats - Managing A Sweet Tooth During Halloween And Beyond

Halloween is all about candy. Huge bags of it fill store shelves, and special bargains entice us to buy in bulk. We use all sorts of excuses to buy and eat candy - The trick is learning how to control portions if you decide to indulge or how to avoid eating candy by keeping sensitive alternatives handy. Here are 5 tips and a great recipe from Weight Watchers:

1. Everything in moderation

A snack- or fun-size chocolate bar (the usual trick-or-treat booty) typically has about 100 calories, which is a sensible treat. However, eating multiple fun-size bars on a regular basis can lead to lots of extra calories. It's up to you to watch your portions and not overdo it.

2. Keep count and a visual tally

Studies show that diners at barbecue joints tend to eat more wings when waitresses continually take away their bones. There's no reason to think that those mini-Butterfingers are any different. So while it's tempting to toss the wrapper as soon as you pop one in your mouth, keep the evidence on your desk as a visual tally.

3. Make a smarter choice

If you know that there's no chance you'll nibble a couple of Starbursts without tearing through the whole pack, it may be best to avoid them altogether. Steel yourself against temptation by pulling out a guilt-free snack you brought from home while everyone's flocking to the treat table. Grapes, Apple, Fruit cups, Jell-O cups, meringue cookies and light hot chocolate are all satisfying alternatives.

4. Don't throw in the towel

\If you do overindulge move on. The all-or-nothing mentality is what hurts people the most. If I buy a dozen eggs and I break one, I clean the broken egg up and get on with my day. I don't break the 11 other eggs

5. Are you hungry, or just tense or tired?

With Halloween treats around you may find lots of reasons to eat and nibble on candy at the office or at home. At Weight Watchers we encourage you to stay full and satisfied, fruits, vegetables, proteins. If you need something sweet try this delicious filling recipe.

Props: Stay satisfied with meals, "free" fruit and treats in proper portions. Check out this baked apple recipe that give you the best of both worlds.

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