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Karla Shelnutt, a UF/IFAS associate professor and nutrition specialist, says a little candy goes a long way, especially at Halloween. For instance, children ages 6 to 8 need only 1,200 to 1,600 calories a day, depending on their level of physical activity. Just one or two candy bars can provide about 10 percent of their daily caloric intake, she said.