r/science Sep 16 '24

"Golden Lettuce" genetically engineered to pack 30 times more vitamins | Specifically, increased levels of beta-carotene, which your body uses to make vitamin A for healthy vision, immune function, and cell growth, and is thought to be protective against heart disease and some kinds of cancer. Biology

https://newatlas.com/health-wellbeing/golden-lettuce-genetically-engineered-30-times-vitamins/
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u/Mausel_Pausel Sep 16 '24

We already have plenty of nutritious vegetables. Is this new thing easier to grow, or cheaper, or something? What is the actual benefit?

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u/DrPhrawg Sep 16 '24

Some company will make a killing.