BATON ROUGE — Some parents focus on limiting sugar intake for children on Halloween.

Registered dietitian Shannon O'Meara with Orlando Health said proper nutrition supports healthy development, and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends children have no more than 25 grams of added sugar in a day.

O'Meara said it is alright for children to have more sugar than usual on Halloween, but parents should set healthy boundaries by sorting candy.

She suggested holding on to some favorites to use as an incentive later, removing treats children do not love and using unwanted candy for art or science experiments.

The story did not include perspectives from parents or experts who may not agree with limiting sugar on Halloween.