Eggs from different sources may have varying shelf lives, but they are all subject to a "best before" date of 28 days from the date they were laid. Even with a remarkably lengthy shelf life, this doesn't guarantee they'll maintain their peak flavour during the fortnight following purchase. Whilst some individuals favour the kitchen worktop or a ceramic egg holder, frequently fashioned like a hen, the fridge remains the preferred choice for many egg fans.

Whether purchased for consumption on their own or transformed into a scrumptious cake, appropriate food storage is crucial to guarantee eggs last as long as possible. However, one food specialist has implored people to acknowledge the frequent error they might be committing when placing eggs in the fridge.

Jason Webb, managing director of Electronic Temperature Instruments (ETI), told Wren Kitchens that one shelf in particular is problematic for our health.

He stated: "Eggs are recommended to be stored within fridges at around 4C to remain fresh and safe to consume.

"However, storing eggs within frequently opened and closed fridge door storage trays can lead to a fluctuation and rise in temperature, accelerating egg spoilage."

Jason added: "With this constant temperature disruption, eggs will rise in temperature away from the optimum 4C, and if continuous, it can pose the risk of bacteria such as salmonella."

This bacterium can lead to foodborne illness or food poisoning, which happens when Salmonella seeps through the shell into the egg.

This can be easily avoided by considering alternative methods of food storage and by cooking the eggs to a specific temperature before consumption.

According to the specialists at British Lion Eggs, "nothing can beat the original carton" for maintaining the freshness of eggs at home.

They stated: "Not only does the box protect the eggs, but it also shows the best before the date which you can refer back to any time you're unsure."

Why is the carton superior to keeping eggs loose in the fridge? Eggs have tiny pores through which bacteria from other foods and smells such as food odour and flavouring can permeate over time.

The experts at British Lion Eggs asserted: "For optimum quality and safety, you want to make sure your eggs are kept at a steady temperature below 20C, so try to avoid moving them too often between very cold and very warm temperatures such as between a hot car and fridge, or fridge and hot kitchen."