It has been reported that a guy suffering from constipation for more than a decade and acid reflux had his problems taken care of with nothing more than including ladies fingers (okra) in his diet.
All he did was consume six ladies fingers in a day. Not only had his bowel movement improved, his blood sugar level reduced from 135 to 98, his cholesterol level and acid reflux well under control.
Many diseases begin in the colon. Unlike wheat bran, which is harsh and can irritate the intestinal tract, okra’s mucilage facilitates comfortable elimination by its slippery characteristics, which many people abhor. By just including okra in your diet, you would have a storehouse of valuable nutrients, which include soluble and insoluble fiber, vitamin B6, folic acid, calcium and a load more of other vitamins and minerals. The soluble fiber helps to lower serum cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart disease while the insoluble fiber helps in decreasing the risk of some forms of colon-rectal cancer. Caution for those suffering from gout, take them in moderation.
When preparing okra dishes it is important to remember not to overcook this vegetable. It should be lightly steamed or cooked on low heat to retain the nutrients and the self-digesting enzymes.
