Set limits:

Put a limit on the amount of candy you will indulge in this Halloween.  Do this before Halloween even starts and you have 5 bags of mini candies floating around your hour.  You want to enjoy the holiday, but not overindulge in the sweet stuff.  Giving yourself a limit to the amount of candy you can have can help you stick to a healthier candy regiment.  The truth is, only a small amount of candy is required to satisfy a sweet tooth.

Eat before trick or treating:

Some people may think it is best to skip lunch or dinner to save their appetite and calories for candy. But this is the wrong way to go about it. Eat a good meal before they go trick-or-treating.  This can help curve cravings, and limit the amount of candy they will want as they are out. You need to eat a healthy, hearty meal before going out on Halloween. Make sure to eat a healthy, high-fiber meal that includes protein. This way, you are less likely to sneak Halloween candy later.

Count candy calories:

Not all candy is the same.  (Trust us, we wish it was too!) The type of candy you eat on Halloween can make a big difference in your total calorie intake.  Depending on the kind of candy you are more likely to eat, you need to limit your intake accordingly.  If you have the will power, try to choose candy that will reduce your total calorie and fat impact.  This can keep you from feeling guilty about sneaking that extra piece of candy.

Use trick-or-treating as a way to burn calories:

If you have kids, nieces, nephews, or close neighbors, forget about the candy and go trick-or-treating.  Take the time to plan out a route and hit a lot of houses, making the adventure fun for you and the kids. Leave the car at home and walk instead.  Look for hills and stairs to get the most of your night out.

Burn calories at home:

Even if you are staying in for Halloween, it doesn’t mean you need to sit around waiting for trick or treaters.  You can still keep active between candy runs to the door. It can be tempting to sit in front of the TV with a bowl of candy, but try to stay keep busy. The best way to make use of that time is to work out in your home.