News stories

Following reports from the FSA highlighting a Salmonella outbreak potentially associated with imported eggs, Nick Allen, Chief Executive, British Egg Industry Council, said: “It is deeply concerning that imported eggs are once again under scrutiny in connection with a serious Salmonella...

New government survey finds the proportion of babies eating eggs weekly has more than doubled since 2010 Babies are tucking into an egg more than twice as often compared with 14 years ago, according to the latest Infant Feeding Survey published by the UK’s Office for Health Improvement and...

Workers who start the day with sugar-laden breakfasts - think toast with jam, sugary cereals and pastries, are statistically more likely to feel low, lethargic and unfocused at work, according to new research. A nationwide survey of 2,000 office workers drilled into the nation’s breakfast...

British Lion eggs have launched a new campaign to spotlight the valuable role eggs can play in supporting nutritious, affordable school meals and food education, helping schools make the most of a versatile, nutrient-rich ingredient. Developed in collaboration with Chefs in Schools, the UK...

Population-level research suggests updated infant feeding advice is helping to reduce one of the most common childhood food allergies Introducing eggs earlier in infancy may reduce the risk of egg allergy, according to a major new Australian study [1] published in JAMA Pediatrics...

Popular family influencer @littlelifeofthethompsons has been looking for the British Lion mark while shopping with her son, praising the retailer Morrisons for using it across its quiche range. While shoppers are used to buying British shell eggs, many are surprised to learn that imported...

Teens should top up brain nutrients with eggs, says dietitian, as new study confirms that eating eggs leads to superior diets As teens across the UK get their heads down for revision, a new study reveals that eggs could be the secret ingredient for unscrambling tired brains. The study...

New report reveals surge in egg consumption driven by younger consumers, health trends and global meal inspiration UK egg consumption has risen by 4.5 billion over the past 20 years Brits are ‘breakfasting smarter’, with eggs enjoying a resurgence at the start of the day, according to a...

Recent recipe content on @egg_recipes, is inspiring families to make Smart Swaps with British Lion eggs. The avocado and egg muffin is a healthier alternative to the popular McMuffin – this is a quick and easy recipe that’s great for busy families. Watch the full video here.

Every Easter, parents face the challenge of embracing kids’ excitement around the festivities, while dreading the overload on treats and managing the subsequent sugar crash after all those chocolate eggs. However, children can avoid the spike-and-crash cycle by eating a high-protein...