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Trick-or-treating for candy on Halloween only became common a few decades ago, but the tradition's roots stretch back to ancient pagan celebrations.

Use this data to triumph over any candy corn sympathizers or Snickers skeptics during your office-wide debate.

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The adult novelty item has a surprisingly rich history involving organized crime, food science, and the difficulties in patenting the name "Candypants."

Based on this information, trick-or-treaters might want Hot Tamales and candy corn more than you thought.

The popular board game, which has been a household staple for 70 years, was originally conceived in the polio wing of a hospital.

The faux-tobacco shredded gum has been going strong since 1980, when two ballplayers decided the real thing was too disgusting to chew.

“Edgar Allan Peep” by Christian Twamley / Courtesy of the Carroll County Arts Council

Just when you thought you've seen it all, along comes a sculpture of Edgar Allan Poe made entirely of marshmallow Peeps.

What began as a one-time lark has turned into a popular Easter tradition for fans of chocolate and the 'Doctor Strange' star.

Yes, Peeps made the list, but they aren't the most hated Easter candy. Can you guess which confection came in at number one?

When you need a particularly decadent treat, head to one of these chocolate shops (or their websites) to satisfy that sweet tooth. No holiday necessary.

The ingredients in this brightly colored pancake recipe are simple: milk, pancake mix, heavy cream, and 80 Starburst candies.

Chocolate is chocolate, isn’t it? If so, then why does the chocolate you find in an Advent calendar taste so weird?

You can disguise candy corn as a Christmas confection, but you can't make people like it.

Here's what goes into your favorite candy bars.

It's every trick-or-treater's dream come true.

Know the etymologies behind all those candies you hand to the superheroes and ghosts who stop by your door.

Of all the candies handed out around Halloween, candy corn may be the most divisive. But even if you're a die-hard fan, you might have second thoughts about the seasonal staple after reading the ingredients list.