7 Great Health Benefits of Drinking Okra Water
Written by moradio on 26 April 2024
NAIROBI, Kenya, April 26- Okra is a well-known and widely used vegetable that is grown in different parts of the world, especially in tropical and subtropical areas such as West Africa, Asia, and South America.
The fruit of this plant comes as a greenish finger-like pod that contains many seeds inside. It is sometimes referred to as “lady’s fingers.”
The pods are known to have a characteristic slimy texture when cut into pieces or cooked. This thick, slimy substance is called mucilage, and it makes okra a good option to use as a thickener in soups and sauces.
Additionally, Okra water is believed to help in improving women’s sexual health,
If you want to know about the benefits of okra sexually for ladies, there are several ways in which okra can improve the sex lives of women; Increase Libido, prevent birth defects, boost fertility, increase vaginal lubrication and reduce pain and inflammation of endometriosis.
However here are some health benefits of the plant:
1) Helps combat cancer
Okra is packed with antioxidants such as polyphenols, and vitamins A and C. These are substances that help to protect our cells from damage by free radicals. This helps to prevent the development of cancerous cells.
2) May help with blood sugar control
As shown in the table above, okra has a low-calorie content, an even lower fat content, and a high fiber content. This makes it a great option for people with diabetes.
Studies have shown that okra water can lower blood sugar levels in diabetic rats. While more research is required on the benefits of drinking okra water in diabetic humans, many groups of people have been using it as a traditional remedy for high blood sugar.
If you have diabetes and are struggling to manage your blood sugar levels, you might want to speak to your doctor about the possibility of trying out this power drink.
3) Aids weight loss
One of the most effective ways to lose weight is to reduce your caloric and fat intake. Considering the fact that okra water is low in calories and fat (and high in fiber), you might want to add it to your weight loss regimen.
4) May contribute to heart health
Okra water is believed to provide some form of protection to the heart. This is possibly due to a combination of benefits such as weight loss and the presence of antioxidants.
Okra water may also have a cholesterol-lowering effect. In a study involving rats, crude okra water extract was shown to lower the levels of fat and cholesterol in the blood.
5) Fights infections
Okra contains polyphenols which have been shown to have antimicrobial properties that help to combat harmful bacterial agents such as Staphylococcus and E. coli. They also have an effect against toxins and parasites such as worms.
6) Helps in the production of hemoglobin
Hemoglobin is a protein found in your blood that helps to carry oxygen to every part of your body. Okra contains high levels of iron, which is one of the major building blocks of hemoglobin.
7) Promotes sexual health
Because it is highly nutritious and can help control/prevent conditions that harm sexual health (e.g., diabetes and obesity), okra water may help to improve sexual function.
We discuss more specifics of how okra contributes to sexual health in both men and women below.
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