Okra is a treasure of healing that has been declared as a superfood. Photo: File
Karachi: Experts have said that okra is a super food that cannot be ignored, nutritionists also call it a therapeutic food.
First, okra is very low in calories, on the other hand, its high fiber content has an extraordinary effect on the whole body. This is why okra protects everything from the eyes to the intestines.
Keep blood sugar normal
Diabetics should eat okra as it contains good amount of fiber. Then slows down the absorption of carbohydrates. This is the reason why eating it does not raise the blood sugar level. People who are on the brink of diabetes must add it to their diet.
Helpful in weight loss
Okra reduces appetite and thus reduces weight due to low calories and high fiber content. This is the reason why you must include okra in your food.
Protection of the intestines and digestive system
The fiber found in okra is no less than a tonic and eating it improves bowel movements and reduces constipation. Apart from this, the overall health of the intestines is also maintained. Okra keeps the liver active by correcting the digestive system and thus whatever food is eaten it becomes a good part of the body.
Okra is a friend of the heart
Pectin is a useful chemical found in okra. Adequate amount of it lowers cholesterol level in blood. In this way blood flow continues, blood pressure does not increase and thus the risk of heart diseases is reduced.
Useful for eyes
The presence of vitamin A, lutein and zeaxanthin in okra makes it very useful for the eyes. Therefore, eating okra can reduce the weakness of eyesight in old age. These range from common vision impairment to age-related macular degeneration.
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