Health tips from the experts
“Okra is useful for controlling cholesterol levels and body weight” -María F. Carzon, Bachelor degree in Human Nutrition
“Eating antioxidant-rich okra regularly may prevent heart disease” -Toni Tran, Bachelor of Science – BS – Dietetics/Dietitian
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Side effects by Carolina Castro
- Okra can interact with diabetes and blood thinner medications.
- Okra is rich in oxalates so excess intake may cause kidney stones, especially without regular water intake.
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Benefits by Carolina Castro
- Okra is full of important nutrients as vitamin C and vitamin K, and also has antioxidants properties due to polyphenols content.
- Okra is rich in lectin and may protect against various cancer types.
- Okra fibers may link with blood sugar and cholesterol levels control.
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Benefits by Luciana M. Cherubin
- Okra contributes to overall immune function. It is high in vitamin C. One cup of okra contains 26% of the recommended daily value.
- Okra reduces the risk of serious diseases. It contains antioxidants like polyphenols, including flavonoids and isoquertecin.
- Okra is beneficial for pregnant women. It is high in folate, which is an important nutrient for pregnant women. It helps lower the risk of a neural tube defect.
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Quantity recommendation by Carolina Castro
- The daily recommendation of Okra is around of 80 g together with others vegetables to have all health benefits including digestive health.
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