If Halloween is known for anything besides scares, it’s loads and loads of candy. The holiday is fundamentally set around kids (and even some adults) trolling for all kinds of sweet treats. With that said, Oct. 31st could leave you struggling to resist tooth-decaying sugar. There’s no need to worry, though; your Longmont dentist is here to help out. Read on to discover three ways to curb your Halloween sweet tooth this year.
Context: Candy is Bad for Smiles
Of course, there’s a good reason to resist Halloween candy in the first place. Eating too much of these treats will ruin your smile’s health.
Don’t forget: Candy is jam-packed with large amounts of sugar. This carb is infamous for attracting harmful oral bacteria, which wear down tooth enamel over time. That means having too many Halloween treats can lead to cavities, forcing you to see a dentist for help. Such decay might even lead to other complications, including toothaches, sensitive teeth, etc.
How to Curb Your Halloween Sweet Tooth
There are various great ways to resist a desire for candy on Halloween. In fact, three of the most notable ones are:
1. Follow a Healthy & Filling Diet
If you don’t want to suffer sugar cravings on the 31st, make sure to eat healthy and filling meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Doing so will reduce your sweet tooth’s intensity.
One reason our bodies crave sugar is that it’s a “quick” fuel source. By ingesting some, you’ll often receive fast-acting (if not high-quality) energy that keeps you going. That means eating whole foods high in protein can tame your cravings, as such dishes will leave you sated and energized.
2. Put a Limit on Your Candy Stash
People often desire the things that they know are available. So, put a limit on your candy stash this Halloween and don’t keep many sweets around. You can instead give away the excess after the holiday ends.
One approach would be to donate some of your candy to charity. As it happens, many groups accept sweet treats for good causes. One such organization would be Soldiers’ Angels; they have a Treats for Troops program that collects candy for overseas military personnel.
3. Go Jogging for a While
Sometimes the best way to beat a craving is to “run” it out of your body. In other words, consider jogging for short bouts to manage your urge for sweets.
Current science actually backs this surprising approach. In a study published by PLOS One, researchers found that physical activity could reduce sugar cravings. The thought is that exercise eases the stress that triggers your desire for sweets.
For more ideas on how to curb a Halloween sweet tooth, talk to your dental practice. They can share other methods that might suit you well!
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