NHS doctor branded 'Easter egg police' after issuing warning

An NHS doctor has faced backlash online after advising people not to eat an entire Easter egg "in one go." In a statement that now no longer appears on the NHS website, the leading doctor said people should "enjoy your sweet treats" over the festive period "but please don’t overdo it."

Dr Andrew Kelso, medical director of a large NHS services provider, issued the advice as part of his role as medical director at the NHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board.

The former consultant neurologist said: “Many people don’t realise that an average Easter egg contains around three-quarters of an adult’s recommended daily calorie intake.

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"At a time like this when we are seeing significant increases 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 urge to eat a whole egg in one go.

“As well as Easter eggs many of us will be meeting up with family and friends for social occasions, which will see us eat more cakes and biscuits. Combined, it all adds up to a lot of extra sugar and calories which doesn’t do our bodies any good. Enjoy your sweet treats, but please don’t overdo it."

He also warned that GP surgeries were closed over Easter weekend for those who may need help with their chocolate intake.

Dr Kelso's remarks were met with criticism online by those who believed the comments were misguided and smacked of the 'nanny state.' One person posted on Facebook: "This doctor has obviously got to much time on his hands to be given such a silly interview. We all know that surgeries will be shut over Easter, they always have been.

"And we all