Warning over plant-based meat alternatives
Australian and US experts say they often have high levels of additives, salt, genetically modified ingredients and contain allergens
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Meat-free burger patties, nuggets and sausages are often marketed to consumers as being a healthy alternative to meat and are growing in popularity due to concerns about animal farming’s links to climate change.
But is plant-based food really better for people?