(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Author: Richard Hartel, University of Wisconsin-Madison It’s Halloween. You’ve just ...

It’s Halloween. You’ve just finished trick-or-treating, and it’s time to assess the haul. You likely have a favorite, whether it’s chocolate bars, peanut butter cups, those gummy clusters with Nerds ...

There's a lot to love about Halloween — the spooky decor, the adorable children's costumes, and (most importantly) the candy. When I was younger, I could eat mini bars by the handful, but as I got ...