Teal Pumpkins Mean This on Halloween.

Traditional orange pumpkins are commonly associated with Halloween décor.

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However, this year there will be a new hue of pumpkin on display: teal.

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On Halloween, a teal pumpkin on the porch indicates that the homeowner is handing out non-food treats such as toys or trinkets.

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The Teal Pumpkin Project was created by the charity Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) to raise awareness about food allergies.

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Glow sticks, pop-up toys, playing cards, pencil toppers, and temporary tattoos are some examples of non-food goods.

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Milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and sesame are common allergies in Halloween sweets.

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Candy is rejected by many trick-or-treaters. The Teal Pumpkin Project keeps young kids safe over the holidays.

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