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Scots researchers develop healthy alternative to palm oil

It's hoped as well as baked goods, the product could replace palm fat in a variety of products

Vanessa Kennedy

18th Sep 2023

Researchers at Queen Margaret University say producing a healthy alternative to palm oil could be a game changer.

They’ve come up with a new 100% plant-based ingredient which is thought to be much better for the environment, as well as much healthier.

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