New mung bean spread holds hope for allergy sufferers

Australian scientists have developed a mung bean alternative to peanut butter for people allergic to the popular spread.

The product, developed by the Australian Export Grains Innovation Center, could be offered on the menu at schools, hospitals and on airplanes where traditional peanut butter is banned due to the high rate of peanut allergies.

Ken Quail, the company's general manager, headquartered in Perth, said the new mung bean spread could give individuals peace of mind over allergies.