Is candy corn made of bones, bugs? Here’s what to know about the Halloween treat.

LOS ANGELES — National Candy Corn Day was yesterday and there are plenty of ways to celebrate, whether it be by cracking open a fresh bag solo style or sharing a Halloween dessert adorned with the tri-colored kernels with friends.

While National Candy Corn Day is celebrated each October 30, the sweet treat doesn’t actually have Halloween origins. For years, candy corn was a cheap candy that all kids could enjoy, any time of the year. Here are some fun facts about the sweet treat, which some people love − and some people love to hate. According to data from Google Trends, candy corn was the most-searched candy in 34 states, including California, between September 3 and October 3 this year. M&Ms are second, topping the list in eight states, followed by KitKat and Hershey’s, No. 1 in three states, respectively.

What’s the ‘right’ way to eat candy corn?

There are many ways to enjoy a piece of candy corn and fans feel strongly about their chosen methods. According to National Confectioners Association Director of Public Affairs and Communications Carly Schildhaus, 57% of participants said they eat a whole piece at once; 28% said they start with the narrow, white end; and 15% said they start with the wider, orange bottom.