Which Halloween candies are worst for you!? As with everything moderation is key but if you want to avoid some of the worst offenders, here is a list of 10 Halloween candies and their nutrition content.
1. 5th Avenue Snack Size Bar (1 piece/ 16 grams)
Calories: 77 I Fat: 4 grams I Protein: 1.42 grams I Carbohydrates: 10 grams
Halloween is a fun time of the year but be sure to not let your sweet tooth have free reign!
2. Gummy Worms (10 worms / 74 grams)
Calories: 288 I Fat: 0 grams I Protein: 0 grams I Carbohydrates: 72 grams
Although they have no fat, just 10 gummy worms quickly add up to a high amount of carbohydrates and calories.
3. Skittles Fun Size (1 package/ 20 grams)
Calories: 83 I Fat: 1 grams I Protein: 0 grams I Carbohydrates: 18 grams
No protein found in this treat to slow down the digestion of sugar!
4. Dark Chocolate Milky Way Caramels (5 pieces/ 44 grams)
Calories: 202 I Fat: 9 grams I Protein: 2 grams I Carbohydrates: 30 grams
Dark chocolate can make you think it is a healthier choice but a serving of these caramels also packs 30 percent Daily Value of saturated fat.
5. Bit’O’Honey Candy Chews (6 pieces/ 40 grams)
Calories: 150 I Fat: 3 grams I Protein: 1 gram I Carbohydrates: 32
Honey might make you think maybe this treat is healthier, more natural option but just a handful of these chews can quickly add up!
6. Butter Fingers Snack Size (1 piece/ 21 grams)
Calories: 96 I Fat: 4 grams I Protein: 1 grams I Carbohydrates: 15 grams
A kid’s favorite but be careful to consume in moderation.
7. 100 Grand Miniature Bar (1 bar/ 21 grams)
Calories: 100 I Fat: 4 grams I Protein: 0 grams I Carbohydrates: 15 grams
Although they might seem like a light option because of the crunchy rice, miniature bars contain no protein and start at 100 calories each!
8. Baby Ruth Snack Size (1 piece/ 18 grams)
Calories: 83 I Fat: 4 grams I Protein: 1 gram I Carbohydrates: 12 grams
A little protein and fat can aid in feeling full but more than one of these snack size treats will quickly add up.
9. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (1 cup/ 17 grams)
Calories: 88 I Fat: 5 grams I Protein: 2.5 grams I Carbohydrates: 10 grams
Although lower in carbohydrates and higher in protein than other Halloween treats, it is hard to eat just one!
10. Twizzlers Strawberry Twists (4 pieces/ 45 grams)
Calories: 166 I Fat: 1 gram I Protein: 1 gram I Carbohydrates: 38 grams
This candy might be low in fat but it is also high in carbohydrates and calories.
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