A 45-year-old member asked:
What is a "healthy" amount of halloween candy a child should be allowed to eat?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Alfredo Garciaanswered
Pediatrics 58 years experience
Obesity: There is no such thing as a healthy amount of candy. In the present state of things where more children are growing up fat and obese, any additional amount of sugar not normally contained in food should be disallowed. Following this rule will not only prevent obesity but also dental caries.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Dean Giannoneanswered
Internal Medicine 27 years experience
Halloween candy.: Really one one or two pieces a day. If would be wise to get rid of (or donate) some of the candy and portion out the rest as treats, maybe one with lunch and one with dinner for a week or two. Then that's it.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
908 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Oct 31, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
