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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Rachel Pugh

People feel 'physically sick' when they realise what lion on the Lyle's Golden Syrup label is doing

If you look inside supermarkets like ASDA, Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons, you're bound to find tins of Lyle's Golden Syrup. It's one of the most traditional items on shelves, and its design has largely remained the same for years.

But while most of us are familiar with the brand and its iconic design, most people have never looked more closely than a quick glance. Look closer, though, and you'll discover a 'dark' hidden meaning.

It may be the unassuming mascot of a sweet treat, but the lion is actually dead. And what's worse - he's being swarmed with insects. Gross.

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