Life is short so you should enjoy your Easter eggs. Here are some facts that may inform your feasting

Life is too short – chocolate in moderation is OK. Photo: Getty

Life is too short – chocolate in moderation is OK. Photo: Getty

Before you reach for another piece of chocolate this Easter, it’s worth considering the effect it has on the body.

We tend to associate chocolate with empty calories and weight gain – but small quantities of chocolate with a high cocoa content can actually be good for you.