What are the effects and functions of okra?

1. Lowering blood lipids

Okra contains a lot of dietary fiber, and its dietary fiber and bile combination rate is higher, much higher than other vegetables. For example, carrots, cauliflower, asparagus, etc., which can reduce the absorption of cholesterol.

2. Lowering blood sugar

We all know that okra contains a large amount of mucus, which contains soluble dietary fiber, which can organize the intestinal consumption of carbohydrates and reduce the absorption of glucose. It can be inferred that it has the effect of lowering blood sugar after meals.

3. Anti-cancer

Its polysaccharide components are mainly arabinose, rhamnose, glucuronic acid, galactose, glucose and mannose, etc., which can be inferred that it can inhibit the growth of human tumor cells and may be related to inducing apoptosis of tumor cells.

4. Lose weight

It is rich in protein, phosphorus, calcium, and is highly nutritious, low in calories, low in fat, and has no cholesterol, making it a good product for weight loss. If you want to lose weight, you can eat it regularly.

5. Eliminate fatigue

It contains viscous liquid and protein, galactan, arabinan, rhamnan, calcium oxalate, etc. Eating it regularly is beneficial for digestion, can enhance physical strength and eliminate fatigue as soon as possible.