Americans are eating candy in disguise.

CHICAGO (AP) - Call it Candy Lite. Long viewed as a slightly naughty self-indulgence, candy is getting a makeover as companies try to concoct sweets that are a little healthier. From low-carb to ...

Yes, people with diabetes can eat candy. However, as with all food choices, carb count, calories, portion size, and advance planning are key. Eating candy can be a controversial topic for people with ...

We don’t need cold weather as an excuse for hot chocolate. For many of us, it’s a go-to comfort drink year-round. It’s warm, and it’s nostalgic, but traditional hot chocolate ...

Dear Dr. Blonz: Attempting to cut back on carbs, I bought some “sugar-free” candy with maltitol as its primary ingredient. The Nutrition Facts information lists sugars as 0 grams per serving, but ...

October may be best known for seasonal treats such as pumpkin spice lattes and Halloween candy, but with national months celebrating pizza, pasta and pretzels laying claim to the season, the month can ...

Eating fewer than 150 grams of carbs daily may help with initial weight loss. Low-carb diets are more restrictive and can cause you to miss important nutrients, like fiber and B vitamins. Simple carbs ...

In a world where even something as seemingly harmless as "confectioner's glaze" is made with beetle secretions (nope, not joking—thank you, PETA), finding vegan candy can be a CHALLENGE. Whether ...