What is in Okra that makes it a Lubricant?
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Over 90% of a fresh okra pod is water, and its famous gel-like 'slime' is actually a highly viscous, water-soluble polysaccharide known as mucilage. This natural compound is the primary component in okra that gives it its lubricating properties, a quality utilized across food, medical, and industrial applications.
