Treats without Getting Tricked

Halloween can be a gluten minefield for trick-or-treating children. While we can't eradicate this poison protein entirely (and really, that wouldn't be fair to others), we can deal with it. Here are some tips garnered from past experiences:

1. Accept that people will be giving out treats full of gluten. There’s nothing you can do about it. Just go with the flow, and don’t allow it to ruin your or your child’s fun. Trick-or-treating is a childhood tradition that doesn’t have to be avoided. Just be sure to weed out the “bad” stuff later. If it’s all wrapped by the manufacturer, there should be no issue.
2. Allow your gluten-free child to swap treats that contain gluten for a non-candy treats or toys that you have purchased. Then, bring the “gluten” candy to the office, or donate it to a local food pantry or other non-profit organization. Let your child be a part of the donation process, and make it a positive experience.