- A little candy on Halloween is OK. Have the child or yourself pick out a few pieces and eat them at supervised times. Keep an inventory, and be the keeper of the candy stash.
- Trade candy for cash.
- Refocus the celebration. Host a Halloween party and focus on fun, not food.
- Try alternative treats at home, such as popcorn, sugar-free candy, low-carb candy or something you've made yourself (that way you know what's in it). Offer things like glow-in-the-dark insects and theme stickers for trick-or-treaters.
- Count carbs with your child, and apply the appropriate insulin-to-carb ratio, which can also be a good learning experience.
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Tips for diabetics on Halloween
Tips from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation:
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