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Spooky Healthy Snacks
Its that time of year again: Spooky season, or what I like to call, weight gain season! Halloween starts off the Holiday season and the introduction of sweets and junk food. There are ways to keep your diet in check while spoiling yourself with sweets to round up the year. Provided below are three snacks to have at your Halloween party that are both healthy and fun.
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Pumpkin Spice Energy Bites
Healthy has never tasted so good with this snack. There are a variety of grains like nuts, oats, grains, natural spices, and honey. One of the key ingredients is flaxseed. Flaxseed may help to reduce heart disease, certain cancers and the risk of stroke or diabetes. The addition of ground ginger and honey also helps build your immune system. No doubt that this sweet treat is going to keep those inches off your waist this fall!
https://www.cookinglight.com/recipe/pumpkin-spice-energy-bites
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Homemade Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt
Ice cream is so good especially with cake or a slice of pumpkin pie! Here’s a way to bring in the fall with some healthy frozen greek yogurt and a twist of pumpkin spice. The yogurt is a healthier milk product that replaces the amount of added sugar which is found in ice cream. Many brands of greek yogurt have added vitamins, minerals and probiotics in them to help boost your immune system. This cold treat would be a great addition to your pumpkin spice craze this fall.
https://www.cookinglight.com/recipes/homemade-pumpkin-frozen-yogurt
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Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Tots with Jalapeño Garlic Ranch Dipping Sauce
Fries and tater tots are easy to make and they go great with different types of foods. This is a great alternative to that fry craving. It follows the guidelines of the Keto diet while being low in salt content and it satisfies your sugar cravings. Instead of frying these tater tots, bake them to reduce grease. Garlic is a nice touch to the ranch because garlic has been linked to lowering blood pressure. These tots will be bomb to add as a side or even alone this holiday season.
These treats are just the start! There are always delicious alternatives to help keep up with your diet through these approaching holidays. Always remember the simple things like choosing baked over fried foods, honey over sugar, and reducing salt. Have a Happy Halloween!