What is the Sticky Thing in Chikoo? Unveiling the Natural Latex
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According to the National Horticulture Board, chikoo (sapota) is one of India's most important commercial fruit crops, but many consumers are put off by the mysterious sticky substance sometimes found in the fruit. This milky white, gummy substance is actually a form of natural latex, historically used to make chewing gum.
