After a senior director of England's National Health Service (NHS) warned people “not to eat the whole Easter egg at once”, doctors hit back, saying “life is too short » to reduce this holiday season.
In a blog post, Dr Andrew Kelso, medical director of the NHS, advised people to watch their waistlines and exercise restraint when it comes to chocolate treats.
“I urge people to enjoy their Easter eggs in moderation,” Kelso said. “Enjoy your treats but don’t overdo it.”
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Plastic eggs and candy are seen on the table Monday, April 14, 2014, at the Runberg home in Longmont. (Matt Jonas/Digital First Media/Boulder Daily Camera via Getty Images)
The leading doctor said his warning was timely due to the rise in obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay.
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“Many people don't realize that the average Easter egg contains about three-quarters of the recommended daily calorie intake for an adult,” Kelso said.
“At a time like this, when we are seeing a significant increase in cases of obesity and type 2 diabetes, as well as tooth decay, I urge people to enjoy their Easter eggs in moderation and resist the desire to eat a whole egg in one go. ” he said.
Colorful Easter eggs in grass with basket of daffodils (iStock)
Despite the top doctor's advice, others in the medical community were quick to say otherwise.
“I'm a critical care doctor. Life is short. Eat the Easter egg,” @madbusymum wrote on X.
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“I’m a dentist,” replied @wendythedentist. “Eat the Easter egg in one go!”
“I'm an ICU nurse. I totally agree,” @shinybluedress wrote.