Why is fried bread controversial even in Britain?

Fried bread is controversial because it is unapologetically indulgent and sits at odds with modern health-conscious attitudes to eating. Critics often dismiss it as excessive, while traditionalists regard it as an honest and historically correct part of the English breakfast. The disagreement reflects changing ideas about diet rather than a lack of tradition, as fried bread has long been present on British breakfast plates and was never intended to be restrained.