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Did you know? National Candy Corn Day is celebrated annually on October 30, which is the day right before Halloween. elaborate

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3 facts about Candy corn

  1. 1
    National Candy Corn Day is celebrated annually on October 30, which is the day right before Halloween.
  2. 2
    Candy corn is essentially made of sugar, corn syrup, and marshmallow, but it is actually fat free despite its sugary content.
  3. 3
    Candy corn was originally called 'Chicken Feed' when it was invented in the 1880s! The marketing featured a rooster on the box, and it was considered a popular treat for rural families to enjoy year-round.
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