1. The superior fiber found in okra helps to
stabilize the blood sugar by curbing the rate at which sugar is
absorbed from the intestinal tract.
2. Okra's mucilage
binds cholesterol and bile acid carrying toxins dumped into it by
the filtering liver.
3. Okra helps lubricate the large
intestines due to its bulk laxative qualities.
The okra fiber absorbs water and ensures bulk in stools. This helps
prevent and improve constipation. Unlike harsh wheat bran, which can
irritate or injure the intestinal tract, okra's mucilage soothes, and
okra facilitates elimination more comfortably by its slippery
characteristic. Okra binds excess cholesterol and toxins (in bile
acids). These, if not evacuated, will cause numerous health problems.
Okra also assures easy passage out of waste from the body. Okra is
completely non-toxic, non-habit forming, has no adverse side effects, is
full of nutrients, and is economically within reach of most individuals
unlike over-the-counter drugs.
4. Okra fiber is excellent for
feeding the good bacteria (probiotics).
This contributes to the health of the intestinal tract.
5.
Okra is a supreme vegetable for those feeling weak, exhausted, and
suffering from depression.
6. Okra is used for
healing ulcers and to keep joints limber.
It helps to neutralize acids, being very
alkaline, and provides a temporary protective coating for the
digestive tract.
7. Okra treats lung inflammation, sore
throat, and irritable bowel syndrome.
8. Okra has been used successfully in experimental blood plasma
replacements.
9. Okra is good for summer heat
treatment.
10. Okra is good for
constipation.
11. Okra is good in
normalizing the blood sugar and cholesterol level.
12.
Okra is good for asthma. Okra's vitamin C is an
antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, which curtail the development
of asthma symptoms.
13. Okra is good for
atherosclerosis.
14. Okra is believed to protect some
forms of cancer expansion, especially
colorectal cancer.
15. Eating okra helps to support the
structure of capillaries.
16. Some information shows that
eating okra lowers the risk of cataracts.
17. Okra is good for preventing diabetes.
18. Okra protects you from pimples and maintains smooth and beautiful
skin. We understand the reason why Cleopatra and Yang Guifei loved to
eat okra.
There are other medicinal uses of okra, like its protection against trans fats.
There are other medicinal uses of okra, like its protection against trans fats.
Okra is easy to grow anywhere during summer season in cold countries and throughout the year in tropical areas. You can even plant it in a container garden at the terrace in condominium buildings.
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