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DNA of Singapore’s national flower reveals an anti-ageing compound in orchid

The Singapore scientists also extracted molecules commonly found in fruits and vegetables that have antioxidant properties. - ST

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): When it comes to Singapore’s national flower, beauty is not just skin deep.

Scientists who mapped the DNA of the Vanda Miss Joaquim for the first time have discovered a compound in the orchid that can slow skin ageing.

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