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What’s in an Egg?
An Easter egg that is…….
It seems like we just recovered from the bad eating nightmare that was Christmas, and all of a sudden it’s Easter time again. Danger! Danger! Diet traps ahead!!
It is so easy to forget about your healthy diet over the holidays. But we are here to help you stay on track with your health goals, despite the temptations the Easter Bunny has in store this year.
Here is a good reminder to help you stay mindful this Easter break.
How much energy (calories) are you getting from your favourite Easter eggs?
| Easter Egg |
Nutritionals |
Equivalent to… |
Cost - minutes of walking to burn off?* |
| Mars Maltesers Bunny (29g) |
Calories: 159
Fat: 9g
Sugar: 14.6g |
2 ½ punnets of strawberries |
40 mins |
Cadbury Crème Egg (39g)
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Calories: 171
Fat: 6g
Sugar: 25.1g |
1 ½ tubs of Chobani Fat Free Greek yoghurt |
43 mins |
Lindt Gold Bunny – Milk (100g)
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Calories: 543
Fat: 33g
Sugar: 49g |
8 slices of wholegrain bread |
2 hrs 26 mins |
Cadbury Dream Egg (110g)
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Calories: 756
Fat: 38.3g
Sugar: 60.9g |
5 small sweet potatoes |
3 hrs 15 mins |
Cadbury Mini Eggs (250g bag)
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Calories: 1238
Fat: 52g
Sugar: 169g |
2.6 litres reduced fat milk |
5 hrs 16 mins |
Cadbury Crunchie Bunny (170g)
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Calories: 891
Fat: 47.4g
Sugar: 96.9g |
9 ½ apples |
3 hrs 7 mins |
Lindt Gold Bunny – Dark (100g)
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Calories: 514
Fat: 25.7g
Sugar: 60.7g |
11 carrots |
2 hrs 14 mins |
*figures based on an 80 kg person who burns approximately 4 calories per minute (min).
5 Healthy Eating Tips for Easter
- Don’t buy eggs in bulk
When you are perusing the Easter egg section of the supermarket, it’s important to remember you are not preparing for hibernation. There is really no need to buy Easter chocolate in bulk. Yet, it’s a common trap. Unless you are providing Easter eggs for a family of 40+ people, purchase your Easter chocolate mindfully so you buy only what you need. A little planning can go a long way.
- Look for alternate treats
Why not consider alternate gifts this Easter? We’ve heard the Easter bunny can bring non-chocolate gifts as well! A small toy, game or alternate present for your loved ones can still be a happy way to celebrate any festive occasion, without the extra calories and sugar.
- Make your own eggs
Did you know? Chocolate Easter eggs are very easy to make. Why not give DIY eggs a go. This way you can use healthier ingredients like raw cacao powder, cacao nibs and some extra virgin coconut oil. Even a good quality dark chocolate can be a healthier alternative to a shop bought chocolate egg. Dark chocolate contains flavonoids and antioxidants which have health benefits, unlike milk chocolate or white chocolate.
- Eat normal meals
It’s easy to let go of your normal healthy eating routine during the holidays. However, when the holiday involves an abundance of chocolate, normal meals can quickly become replaced by excessive unhealthy calories. Make sure you stock up on healthy and satiating foods such as fruit, vegetables, nuts and legumes. Fill yourself up on a good meal rather than overeating Easter eggs.
- Out of sight, out of mind
Watch where you keep those eggs this Easter. What is left out in plain sight is very tempting and harder to avoid. If you are struggling with the temptation of leftover Easter chocolate (or trying desperately not to dig into the kids stash), keep your Easter goodies tucked away out of sight. Or, give them away. It seems simple, but it can help a lot!
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