Lady finger best food for patients suffering from these diseases

Consuming lady finger is very useful for people suffering from diabetes as the vegetable rich in vitamins and minerals and does not make you feel hungry again and again.

Okra is a favourite vegetable of most people but few people are aware of its numerous benefits. It is considered as one of the superfoods i.e. nutritious vegetables.

According to nutritionists, lady finger contains vitamins C, E, K, A, fiber, potassium and natural antioxidant components, which have the following medical benefits.

Useful in balancing sugar levels
Okra has a low glycemic index, which helps maintain blood glucose levels. Lady finger also contains a component called ‘myricetin’, which results in muscle mass in the human body. Easily absorb sugar, thus helping to balance blood sugar levels.

Useful for weight loss
The use of this vegetable in the diet is useful for preventing obesity as nutritious okra prevents weakness and the effects of dieting by providing the required vitamins and minerals. It does not make you feel hungry again and again.

Prevent heart diseases
Increased blood cholesterol levels also increase the risk of heart disease, fiber-rich okra helps in maintaining cholesterol levels along with blood sugar.

According to a report published in the journal Biotechnology Letters, lady finger also contains a ‘polyphenol compound’ that prevents the buildup of harmful cholesterol in the arteries.