Forget about candied treats, lollipops, or sugar-coated apples…the Halloween season doesn’t need to wreck your diet (not to mention your teeth). The good news is that autumn superfoods are as plentiful as the candy in a trick-or-treater’s bag. Read on to learn the best Halloween superfoods to put on your seasonal shopping list.

When it comes to this ghoulish time of year, there are plenty of Halloween dishes and foods that make it easy to stay fit and healthy—despite all the candy temptations. After all, too much sugar, whether refined or artificial, is connected to a host of potential health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Sugary foods and treats also fill up the stomach, so you’re likely to eat less of the foods you need to fuel your muscles and brain.