Bamia, ladies' fingers, giraffe and gumbo are all names of one annual plant, which has been grown for centuries in Asia, America and the warm countries of Europe. Let's try to figure out what is the benefit and harm of okra.
What is useful okra?
Pods of okra contain enough proteins, carbohydrates, pectins, organic acids, fiber, minerals and trace elements - magnesium, manganese, zinc, copper, potassium, iron, phosphorus, calcium , and vitamins K, B1, B2, B6 and PP.
Due to the large amount of fiber, the color removes the slag from the body and improves the functioning of the intestine. Bamia helps to restore strength after surgery, improves the condition with bronchial asthma, indications for pathologies of the respiratory tract, diabetes and atherosclerosis. It prevents the appearance of cataracts, solves the problems of potency, is shown with a sedentary lifestyle and severe fatigue. This plant contains a large amount of folic acid, which has a beneficial effect on the formation of the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy.
The benefit of okra is also palpable for people who want to lose extra pounds. This is due to the fact that dishes made from this product contain a small amount of calories, but they are quite satisfying. For adherents of vegetarian cuisine, color is an excellent source of vegetable protein.
Useful properties of okra
Decoction of okra greatly improves well-being in colds. Some foreign doctors advise to introduce the use of decoction in your daily diet, since it is he who is able to prevent the formation of cancer cells. This is due to the fact that the okra contains a powerful antioxidant glutathione, which fights free radicals that promote the appearance of malignant tumors.
A group of scientists conducted the research, and proved that okra helps with diabetes mellitus type II, as well as in cardiovascular diseases, resulting from overweight. Okra not only regulates the level of sugar, but also improves metabolism.
Of the gombo fruits, hair balm is also made, which makes them stronger and shiny. To prepare such a balm it is necessary to boil the finely chopped pods in a small amount of water to the state of the mucous consistency. After the formation of the mucous mass, the balm must be filtered, cooled and add to it one teaspoon of lemon juice.
From okra make various cosmetics for skin care, preventing the appearance of irregularities and inflammations.
What are the contraindications for using okium?
Bamiya has not only useful properties, but has contraindications. Okra should not be used in case of individual intolerance. On the surface of the fetus are hairs that, when in contact with the skin can cause allergic reactions. Neutralize these hairs by heat treatment.
Using okra in cooking
The use of "finger fingers" in cooking is quite broad, they can be served in raw, fried, stewed, boiled, adding to vegetable or meat stew, risotto , sauces and soups. In raw form, the color is perfectly combined with Bulgarian pepper, tomato, onion, garlic and herbs. Boiled and braised okra is suitable for cooking stew, because with this heat treatment it secrete mucus. If this consistency is not suitable, then cut the pieces of the surroundings is pre-fried and add to it lemon juice.