Okra :Health Benefits of Okra / Okro / Ladys fingers Okra (also known as Okro, gumbo, bhindi or Ladys fingers) is a versatile vegetable found around the world. It is often use for making soups, stews and sauces, but can also be eating raw as a snack. In Nigeria, it is used for the popular Okra soup and ogbono- okra mixed soup. Okra is loaded with vitamins,minerals and dietary fiber and is more than just a food; it is a also a medicine. Here are some of the wonderful health benefits of Okra. * Okra helps in weight management and its good for people on a weight loss or fitness journey. This is because 100g of raw okra pods contains 30 calories and also has lots of dietary fibers that gives you a feeling of fullness. *Okra is great for pregnant women, because it contain folic acid which is needed for the formation of the neural tube of the fetus. * Okra is a good laxative ans aids bowel movement. * Okra is great for the skin and hair. Cut some okra pods and boil in little water until the juice mucilage begins to come out. Strain out and add a teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply mixture to hair and wash off after 10 minutes. Your hair will feel stronger and have more glow to it. * Okra helps cure diabetes * Okra Promotes colon health * Okra boosts digestion * Okra relieves cough * Okra Improves eyesight(vision) * Okra Helps to cure and prevent Constipation Arent these enough reasons to love Okra...well I think it is :)
Posted on: Sun, 19 Oct 2014 07:29:06 +0000
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