Thursday, March 29, 2012

Lady's fingers are also called Okra . . .


Lady's fingers are also called Okra . . .
Okra known in many English-speaking countries as lady's fingers or gumbo is a flowering plant in the mallow family.

It is valued for its edible green seed pods.
Is ladyfinger a fruit or vegetable and why?
Ladyfinger aka Okra is a fibrous fruit that is used as a vegetable. The reason it is considered a fruit is because it contains seeds, and grows on a bush.
(Nutritionist) of University of Illinois, Okra has several benefits:
The superior fiber found in Okra helps to stabilize blood sugar by curbing the rate at which sugar is absorbed.
Okra's mucilage binds cholesterol n also filters the toxins going to the liver.
Okra helps lubricate the large intestines due to its bulk laxative qualities.
Okra fiber contributes to the health of the intestinal tract.
Okra is good for summer heat treatment. Okra is a supreme vegetable for those feeling weak, exhausted, and suffering from depression.
Okra is used for healing ulcers and to keep joints limber.
Okra treats lung inflammation, sore throat, and irritable bowel.
Protein and oil is contained in the seeds of Okra.
Okra has Vitamin C as a powerful antioxidant and anti inflammatory.
Okra is an ideal vegetable for weight loss and is storehouse of health benefits.
TIP 4 THE DAY IS 4 THE HAIR
Bring the bounce to your hair, boil sliced Okra till the brew become slimy. Cool it and add a few droops of lemon and use this as the last rinse and see your hair spring back to youthfulness and jump.

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