What are the efficacy and function taboos of okra? Can I eat it raw? Who can't eat?

"King of vegetables" okra, originated in India, alias eggplant, crow bean, coffee okra, its edible part is pod, dividend, green, taste crisp, tender and juicy, smooth not greasy, seeds can be squeezed oil, Japanese call it "green ginseng", Americans call it "plant Viagra", has high economic use and edible value. Many people do not know much about okra, do not know the efficacy and role of okra and edible taboos, how to eat? What are the edible methods of okra? Now let me answer for you one by one.

I. the efficacy and function of okra

1. Promote digestion and increase appetite

The sticky substance of okra can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, accelerate gastric juice secretion, contribute to digestion, and have an excellent effect on people with loss of appetite.

2. Tonifying kidney and strengthening yang

Okra has the laudatory name of "plant Viagra". Its sticky protein has the effect of nourishing the kidney and producing semen, and plays an auxiliary role in the treatment of kidney deficiency and prostatic inflammation.

3. Prevention of cardiovascular diseases

The sticky substance of okra is rich in soluble fiber, which can reduce human cholesterol and blood lipids, and can predict cardiovascular diseases such as arteriosclerosis and coronary heart disease.

4. Detoxification and cancer prevention

Okra method fiber material is conducive to human defecation, detoxification, but also can prevent gastrointestinal cancer.

5. Lose weight

Okra is a low-calorie food, long-term consumption will not gain weight, but also can reduce fat and lose weight, for beauty-loving female friends is a very good food.

6. Anti-oxidation and anti-aging

The content of flavonoids in okra is as high as 2.8%. Flavonoids are a strong antioxidant that can effectively remove oxygen free radicals in the human body and prevent cell degeneration and senescence.

7. Relieve fatigue

Modern life is busy and tense, which puts great pressure on people. Regular consumption can eliminate fatigue and quickly restore physical strength.

8. Calcium supplement

Okra has the same calcium content as milk, but its absorption is more than twice that of calcium, so it is the most ideal food for calcium supplement.

2.Edible taboos of okra

1. Sunflower cold, spleen deficiency, stomach cold and indigestion should not eat too much, which will aggravate the disease.

2, allergic constitution is not suitable for consumption, the mucus of okra and the fine pilose on the surface will cause allergic reaction.

3. It is not suitable to cut into several sections for cooking, which will result in the loss of its essence.

4. It is not suitable to eat raw food. Fine soft hair on the surface will harm the intestines and stomach.

5. Don't eat too much, everything is the same, enough is enough, don't eat too much, otherwise it will be counterproductive.

Who can't eat okra?

1. Okra belongs to vegetables with cold taste, and people with cold stomach, poor function and frequent diarrhea should not eat more.

2, avoid using copper or iron to cook or dress okra, otherwise okra is easy to change color, taste and appearance are affected.

3, okra contains more potassium, kidney disease patients should be scalded before eating, do not eat too much.

Can okra be eaten raw?

Okra can be eaten raw. Okra young pods can be eaten, picked when young, the staple food is tender fruit, fresh okra taste is really good, than eating cucumber, towel gourd flavor is much fresh, meat soft, sweet taste, the unique flavor highlights the crisp, tender and juicy round taste.

Fifth, the raw eating method of okra

1. Tofu mixed with okra

[materials] 300 grams of okra, 1 piece of tofu, 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 spoon of fresh, 1 tablespoon of salt.

[practice] ① scald okra, drain and cut into stars. ② grind tofu and seasoning in a mortar, then add okra and mix well.

2. Italian Vegetables Salad

[materials] 3 tablespoons of lettuce, onions, 5 black olives, 2 okra, 1 corn, 1 cucumber, sliced almonds, toast, tomato, oil vinegar salad dressing (egg-free salad dressing is recommended).

[practice] ① wash the vegetables and cut them separately and set aside. ② put the lettuce in a transparent bowl, then add other ingredients, add black olives and toast, sprinkle with oil vinegar salad dressing and sprinkle with sliced almonds. The ingredients in the ③ sauce must be chopped into fines.

3. Cold okra

[materials] okra, pepper, garlic, peanut oil, salt.

[practice] ① okra wash and pedicel off. Chop ② garlic and chili respectively. ③ take a pot, pour in water and bring to the boil, add a few drops of oil and a little salt, add okra and simmer for a few minutes. After the ④ is removed, put it into the prepared ice water and soak it for a while. Heat the oil in the ⑤ wok and saute the minced chili and garlic for a few seconds. After ⑥ turns off the heat, sprinkle the chopped garlic and chili on the okra.

[skill] do not cook or dress with copper or iron dishes, otherwise okra will quickly change color, although there is no harm to the human body, the taste will be reduced, and it will not be beautiful.