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Halloween is right around the corner. For many of us, there’s nothing scarier than an office filled with sweets and candy. After all, it’s much harder to resist treats when they’re so readily available. Now, I try to be realistic, and I know that no one wants to be the one employee who brings a veggie tray when everyone else is bringing candy, cookies, and brownies. So if you’re planning to celebrate Halloween at the office, why not ask all employees to bring in healthy treats instead of the usual sugar-laden fare? Mini whole-grain bagels with pumpkin cream cheese, trail mix with pumpkin seeds and dried fruit, and vegetable skeletons with low-fat dip are tasty and nutritious options. Learn how to make your very own vegetable skeleton by checking out the Healthy Halloween Treats video from TOPS. You may even want to reward the employee who brings in the most creative dish.

Start the holiday season off right by creating a work environment that encourages and supports healthy choices. Not doing so would be just plain frightening for your employees and your bottom line.