Halloween is my favorite holiday and for many it holds happy memories from childhood and from watching kids enjoying the fun. But the aftermath is not so fun. Sugar is very addictive and it weakens the immune system, increase symptoms of ADHD, and contributes to weight gain, brain fog and fatigue. So what can you do now to avoid “over-treating?” Read on for tips on enjoying a healthier Halloween.

When it comes to indulging your sweet tooth over Easter, it’s all about "Strategic Indulgence" and choosing quality over quantity. Low quality milk (and dark) chocolate are loaded with sugar and have been so processed they no longer retain the benefits of real cacao. Organic dark chocolate with 70% or higher cacao is the way to go for satisfying a sugar craving!

For many of us, stress is a major trigger for overeating and overeating causes more stress. Stress and the hormones it releases drive us to overeat and to gravitate towards empty calorie foods that stimulate our brains’ pleasure centers. Here are some proven steps you can take to reduce stress and lower the risk of overeating and it's related health issues.