Okra mucilage

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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

  1. Okra. Britannica. January 15, 2025. https://www.britannica.com/plant/okra (accessed 2025-02-06).
  2. 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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