Behind The Label

I personally love Halloween. I once dressed up as a minion, M&M, scary cheerleader, and even once as a gumball machine!! But…for those with food allergies, it’s all fun and games until the treat part arrives. If you have a nut allergy, you know just how hard it is on Halloween to make sure the candy you serve and get does not contain nuts. According to Smithsonian magazine, “Allergic reactions to peanuts and tree nuts spike 85 percent on Halloween.” However, when properly educated and taking the necessary precautions, there is nothing to worry about..

To help with this, below is a list of candies that are nut-free. However, ALWAYS double-check each individual package (because manufacturing facilities can change), but this is a great place to start.

To add on to this list, below are also some great tips you can use for a Safer Halloween:

1. Create a safe swap bag: Trade candy you picked with nutrs for allergy-friendly ones you’ve pre-approved and pre-bought.

2. Put a teal pumpkin outside: This shows your house has non-food or allergy-safe treats.

3. Bring your own treats to parties as its better to be safe than sorry.

4. Teach other kids what to look for in food labels

Nut allergies should not steal the fun from Halloween. With a little prep and the proper precautions, you can have a sweet, safe, and spooky night!!