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Okra mucilage
Fun fact! The mucilage in okra often functions as a thickener in broths and soups, and research has found that it also contains bioactive compounds that may support healthy blood sugar and heart health.
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The mucilage in okra often functions as a thickener in broths and soups,1 and research has found that it also contains bioactive compounds that may support healthy blood sugar and heart health.2
References
- Okra. Britannica. January 15, 2025.
https://www.britannica.com/plant/okra (accessed 2025-02-06). - Fatima, M.; Rakha, A.; Altemimi, A.B.; Bocktaele, .V.; Khan, A.I.; Ayyub, M.; Aadil, R.M. Okra: Mucilage extraction, composition, applications, and potential health benefits. European Polymer Journal. 2024, 215, 113193. DOI:
10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2024.113193
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