Published on Oct 30, 2025 | 2:01 PM
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Halloween is meant to be spooky—not your blood sugar. Between candy bowls at work, trick-or-treat leftovers, and pumpkin spice everything, it’s easy to overdo it. But with a few small swaps and smart timing, you can enjoy the holiday without sending your energy (and glucose) on a rollercoaster.
When you eat high-sugar foods—especially refined candy—your body releases a surge of insulin to balance your blood sugar. That spike and crash can leave you tired, moody, and craving more sweets. For kids, it often shows up as the infamous “Halloween high” followed by a meltdown.
Pro Tip: Pair candy with protein or fiber.
A handful of almonds, string cheese, or a spoonful of peanut butter before candy helps stabilize blood sugar and prevent that post-sugar slump.
Instead of grazing all night, pick a “treat window”—like after dinner. Eating candy on an empty stomach causes sharper spikes, while having it after a balanced meal slows absorption and lessens cravings later.
Sticky candies (like caramels and gummies) cling to teeth and feed bacteria for hours. Encourage kids to rinse with water after candy or brush within 30 minutes. If brushing isn’t possible, even chewing sugar-free gum can help neutralize acids and reduce plaque.
If you or your child experience stomach pain, nausea, or headaches after the candy craze, you don’t have to rush to urgent care.
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Shelly House, FNP, is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Call-On-Doc’s trusted medical education voice. With extensive experience in telehealth and patient-centered care, Ms. House is dedicated to making complex health topics simple and accessible. Through evidence-based content, provider collaboration, and a passion for empowering patients, her mission is to break down barriers to healthcare by delivering clear, compassionate, and practical medical guidance.
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