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2023-05-14 01:14:45 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: EE6C64D7E2555A30C831BA4019A1A0923E3A71D79AC1629AEC1FFBEDD3EA6A83
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Apeel is a non-toxic, edible coating containing mono- and diglycerides, compounds found in olive and coconut oils. The underlying science was in part funded by the Gates Foundation to extend the shelf-life of produce in areas without refrigeration. It does not contain mRNA. https://www.reuters.com/article/factcheck-apeel-toxic-diglycerides-idUSL1N3721KC https://apnews.com/article/fact-check-apeel-fruit-produce-safety-sheet-867075775325
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