Okra or Lady's fingers is a vegetable which has several health benefits. It is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This vegetable helps in reducing blood sugar level and cholesterol. The mucilage content in this eases constipation and promotes colon health. Being high in folates ( one of the vitamin Bs), it is recommended during pregnancy. Regular intake of this vegetable is good for increasing the bone density also.
But many people dislike this vegetable, because of it 's mucilage content which makes it slimy if not cooked properly. This is one of those vegetables not suitable for boiling, but tastes awesome if lightly fried .
It is also very imortant to wash the vegetable and wipe dry before cutting.
But many people dislike this vegetable, because of it 's mucilage content which makes it slimy if not cooked properly. This is one of those vegetables not suitable for boiling, but tastes awesome if lightly fried .
It is also very imortant to wash the vegetable and wipe dry before cutting.
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