Halloween Candy

Is it a trick or really a treat?

New Research from the Louisiana State University is showing that people who eat candy are thinner than those who don't. After studying more than 15,000 adults, the researchers found that those who ate candy (a little over one ounce a day on average) tended to have smaller waists, a lower body mass index and a lower risk of elevated blood pressure.

I know - may sound too good to be true. But, keep in mind MODERATION!!! Also, when we deny our body something it wants ~ a bit of chocolate perhaps....it sets us up to gorge on something sweet or unhealthy the next time we are tempted. So instead of eating a bag full of cookies, maybe it would be okay to allow yourself 3 mini-candy bars (notice I did say mini....just like the kind in the trick or treat basket).

Another way to moderate your 'vice intake' ~ allow yourself a cheat day. "If I make it through Wednesday without drinking soda, eating sweets, having friend food, etc., etc. - then I can treat myself to one 'bad food' item in moderation on Thursday." This isn't such a bad rule. It will help you get through the week without feeling like you have to gorge on 'bad food' over the weekend. Keep in mind we still have to exercise. Just because this article is saying that people who indulge in a few sweets from time to time tend to be thinner - it didn't go into the overall lifestyle habits of those studied. So, have a lolly - but then go for a walk.



Halloween Candy