Even more surprising? The same slime that makes us shiver is now being used in skincare and medical research. Scientists discovered that slug mucus has powerful healing and moisturizing properties, leading to creams that repair and hydrate skin naturally.
Doctors are also studying slug slime to create new bio-glues that could one day replace stitches — helping wounds heal faster without scars.
And in laboratories, slugs are helping scientists understand how the human brain works. Their simple nervous systems offer clues to memory, learning, and neurological diseases.
So next time you see a slug slowly crossing your garden path, remember — it’s not just another pest. It’s one of nature’s quiet workers, holding the world together in its own tiny way. 
