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Scientists Turn Red Lettuce Green, Unlocking Hidden Nutrients

Researchers altered a key step in lettuce pigment production, removing its red coloration while subtly reshaping the plant's internal chemistry. Red-leaf lettuce may look like a simple salad ingredient, but its deep color is the result o...

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Scientists Turn Red Lettuce Green, Unlocking Hidden Nutrients

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  • Researchers altered a key step in lettuce pigment production, removing its red coloration while subtly reshaping the plant's internal chemistry.
  • Red-leaf lettuce may look like a simple salad ingredient, but its deep color is the result o...
  • This vibrant hue comes from anthocyanins, a group of polyphenolic pigments known for their antioxidant properties.

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