4 Tips On How to Approach Candy (from a pediatric dietitian) for 1-3 year olds! 🎃👻 These are the tips we use in our household to allow Sullivan to join in on the festivities, enjoy his candy, and avoid putting candy on a pedestal above our foods. - Pair carbohydrates with protein, fiber, or fat and make sure they are adequately hydrated to provide sustained energy and avoid blood sugar spikes. This also helps keep them satisfied so they are less likely to overindulge. - Allow periods of time w