Hi all, sorry i have not posted anything for quite a few days. It is the end of summer semester at NCC for me so my time has been limited.
Today's veggie is Okra. Not a common veggie that's for sure. Okra is also known as lady's finger, okra is high in fiber, helping to regulate bowel function and encourage the growth of friendly bacteria in the digetstive system.
This veggie is native to Africa and has found its way into many types of global cuisine including Indian, Caribbean, and Middle Eastern cooking. Its main health attribute is its fiber content, which helps to stabilize blood sugar levels and lower high cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart disease. It also has a bulking effect in the large intestine, thereby preventing or alleviating constipation. Okra secretes a mucilaginous juice during cooking, which adds body when used to prepare curries, soups and sauces. Honestly I have only ever eaten Okra in curries.
Nutrients: B1, B3, B5, B6, C, K, beta-carotene, biotin, folate; calcium, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, potassium, selenium, zinc; and fiber.
if you've never tried okra before I certainly recommend trying it the next time it is on the menu at a restaurant.
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