Okra is popular in the UK, the Philippines and the US. In most English-speaking countries it is referred to as ‘Ladies’ fingers.’ It has an excellent nutritional value, and a cup of okra provides 30 calories, 2g protein, 3g fiber, 21mg vitamin C, 0.1 fat, 7.6g carbohydrates, 80mg folate and 60g magnesium. It is easily available throughout the whole year, and you will be amazed with its health benefits. Okra is an extremely healthy vegetable, but you have to pick a healthy way to prepare it as well. Some people like it boiled, raw, pickled, fried and even stewed. Its benefits range from relieving asthma symptoms, boosting immunity, reducing bad #cholesterol, treating kidney problems to controlling diabetes. Okra also enhances glucose related absorption in the stomach. Okra mucilage has medicinal applications when used as a plasma replacement or blood volume expander. The mucilage of okra binds cholesterol and bile acid carrying toxins dumped into it by the liver. #Okra is good for #asthma. Okra's vitamin C is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, which curtail the development of asthma symptoms. We give you an awesome recipe that will help you drop down your blood sugar levels. Recipe: For this simple recipe you need 4 fresh #okras. Remove their ends, and slice them in half lengthwise. Soak the okras in 2-3 cups of water overnight. Drink your #okrawater in the morning, preferably before your breakfast. This will help you cut off your cravings throughout the day.
