[efficacy and function of okra] what is the efficacy and function of okra?

Okra belongs to a kind of herb, is a kind of okra. Okra flowers are huge and very beautiful, not only is a very common Chinese herbal medicine, but also can be used as a garden plant for ornamental, is the heart of many people. Today, the editor will come to talk with you about the effect of okra.

What is the effect of okra?

Okra has many functions, because the flowers are very beautiful, so it is also a good ornamental plant. In addition, okra is also rich in nutritional value, is a common Chinese herbal medicine.

Nutritional composition of okra

Contains a lot of protein, fat, dietary fiber, cholesterol, vitamin A, carotene, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin C, vitamin E, various trace elements and so on.

Edible efficacy

Okra fruit contains a sticky substance and a variety of sugars and proteins, so in peacetime national humiliation can effectively help the body to digest, which has a good effect on enhancing resistance, protecting the liver and regulating the spleen and stomach.

Okra contains a lot of calcium. Nutrients such as iron and sugar are of great benefit to the prevention and treatment of anemia.

It contains a lot of vitamin An and carotene, taking more daily can protect our eyesight.

Contains a large number of zinc and selenium elements, these elements are essential trace elements for the body, can enhance the physique, for the prevention of cancer and fight cancer has a good effect.

Okra is also rich in vitamin C and soluble fiber, which is a good beauty sanctity for women, which can effectively protect the skin, whiten and moisturize the skin.

Okra is rich in calcium and contains very little oxalic acid, so the absorption rate of calcium is very high, which is better than drinking milk. Therefore, vegetarians and developing children should eat more appropriately.

Okra contains mucin that can effectively inhibit the body's absorption of sugar, so people with diabetes can eat more appropriately.

The efficacy of okra

Okra has high nutrition and health value. We all know that vitamin A can effectively protect the retina, ensure good vision and prevent cataracts. Vitamin C and soluble fiber can promote digestion and beauty. Moreover, the combined effect of the two has a mild protective effect on the skin, which can replace some chemical skin care products. Soluble fiber can also promote the excretion of organic matter in the body, reduce the accumulation of toxins in the body, and reduce cholesterol content.

In addition, okra is low in fat and sugar and can be used as a weight loss food. Because it contains trace elements such as zinc and selenium, it can enhance the body's ability to prevent and fight cancer. As for the special mucus of okra, its mucus glycoprotein is a mixture of polysaccharides and proteins composed of collagen and mucopolysaccharides, which can enhance the resistance of the body and protect the lubrication of articular membrane and serosa in the articular cavity of the human body. it can also maintain the lubrication of the digestive tract and respiratory tract, promote the excretion of cholesterol, reduce the deposition of lipids on the arterial wall, and maintain the elasticity of the arteries.

Moreover, this mucus can also be used to prepare a substance similar to the natural hormone Lepidimoide, so okra is known as "plant Viagra". In addition, this mucus can also be used in medicine as a moisturizer, tranquilizer and antiphlegm. At the same time, okra mucus can be used in the food industry to increase the stability of frozen milk desserts and the stability and acceptability of all products, and can be used as a fat substitute.

The efficacy of okra

1, aid digestion, protect intestines and stomach: the sticky substance of okra can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, help digestion and benefit intestines and stomach.

2. Hypolipidemic: the sticky substance of okra contains 50% soluble cellulose, which can effectively reduce serum cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular disease.

3. Hypoxia tolerance: it can improve hypoxia tolerance.

5. Prevention and treatment of constipation and prevention of colorectal cancer: the sticky substance of okra contains 50% soluble cellulose which is beneficial to defecation, detoxification and cancer prevention.

6. Calcium supplement: okra not only has the same calcium content as fresh milk, but also has a calcium absorption rate of 50-60%, which is twice as high as that of milk, so it is an ideal source of calcium.

8. Anti-aging: the content of flavonoids is 2.8%, which has the effect of anti-oxidation and anti-aging.

9. Aphrodisiac and anti-fatigue

10. Cosmetology and skin care: both external and internal use are effective.

4. Protect the liver: the pectin of okra, the polysaccharide has the effect of protecting the liver.

5. Prevention and treatment of constipation and prevention of colorectal cancer: the sticky substance of okra contains 50% soluble cellulose which is beneficial to defecation, detoxification and cancer prevention.

6. Calcium supplement: okra not only has the same calcium content as fresh milk, but also has a calcium absorption rate of 50-60%, which is twice as high as that of milk, so it is an ideal source of calcium.

7. Lose weight: okra is a low-energy food, which is a good food to lose weight.

8. Anti-aging: the content of flavonoids is 2.8%, which has the effect of anti-oxidation and anti-aging.

9. Aphrodisiac and anti-fatigue