More Health Benefits of Okra
Instant Okra is the perfect addition to your diet and meals. Made from fresh Okra, our food supplement is delicious and a healthy choice for your body.
Following our last article, here are some more nutritional benefits of Okra!
Source of vitamin K: Okra is an amazing source of vitamin K! The composition of vitamin K is a fat-souble vitamin that has a major function in blood clotting and bone health. Recommended daily intake of vitamin K range from 90 micrograms (mcg) for women aged 19 upwards and 120 micrograms for men aged 19 upwards. Okra contains approximately 32% of the recommended vitamin K intake per cup or 100 grams.
Potential digestive properties
The fibre in Okra acts as a prebiotic, providing fuel for beneficial bacteria in the gut. This supports a healthy balance of gut microbiota, which is essential for optimal digestion and immune function.
Okra contains mucilage, a gel-like substance that forms when it comes into contact with water. Mucilage coats the digestive tract, soothing and protecting the lining of the stomach and intestines. This can help alleviate symptoms of digestive discomfort, such as heartburn and gastritis.
The soluble fibre in okra helps regulate blood sugar levels by slowing down the absorption of sugar in the intestines. This can be beneficial for individuals with diabetes or those at risk of developing diabetes.
Rich source of various minerals: Okra contains a myriad of minerals, although there are in small quantities, which play essential roles in various physiological processes in the body. Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc and a few others.
Calcium is important for bone health, nerve transmission and muscle function. There are over 300 biochemical reactions that Magnesium plays a role in; from muscle function to energy production. Potassium helps to regulate fluid balance in the body as well as muscle contractions and nerve signals. Lastly, we have Zinc which is an all-round useful mineral! Specifically important in wound healing and immunity.