Halloween is supposed to be fun. Costumes, decorated neighborhoods and a bucket full of candy can create memories that last far longer than the treats themselves. However, not all candy is made the same. Many familiar Halloween favorites combine large amounts of added sugar with synthetic dyes, artificial flavors, preservatives and highly processed ingredients. Healthier alternatives are now becoming easier to find—but understanding what makes one treat “better” requires look

For many of us, dietary fat is part of nearly every meal. We cook with oil, add dressing to salads, snack on nuts, spread avocado on toast and encounter fats in countless packaged foods. Yet few areas of nutrition have been surrounded by as much confusion and misinformation. For years, fat was treated as something to avoid. We now understand that fat is not simply extra calories or something the body stores. It is an essential nutrient that supports energy production, brain a