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The Best and Worst Halloween Candy for Your Child

October 21, 2020

Filed under: Uncategorized — esparzafamily @ 9:20 pm
Plastic pumpkin filled with Halloween candy

Are you ready for some scary statistics? The average American consumes 3.4 pounds of candy during the Halloween season and kids consume up to 7,000 calories after trick-or-treating. Yikes! So, it’s not surprising that there is a spike in tooth decay this time of year. Therefore, it is crucial that you protect your child’s smile from cavities after Halloween. Between the fun costumes, scary décor, and seasonal festivities, keep the below best and worst candies for your child in mind!

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