Some like its taste, others not so much, but Bhindi or Okra finds its way into nearly every Indian kitchen during the summer thanks to its amazing nutritional profile. Whether you like Bhindi fry, Bhindi Masala or Kurkuri Bhindi, okra or lady finger can be turned into endless variations. A powerhouse of antioxidants, soluble and insoluble fibre, several carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins, Bhindi or okra is known to keep heart diseases, type 2 diabetes , digestive issues and certain kinds of cancers away.
(Also read: Eat kundru for weight loss, controlling blood sugar; know all amazing benefits of ivy gourd) Eating Bhindi regularly can also help prevent kidney disease and also aid in lowering high cholesterol levels. The high fibre in okra or Bhindi helps stabilise blood sugar levels by regulating the rate at which sugar is absorbed from the intestinal tract. Eating Bhindi regularly can also help prevent kidney disease and also aid in lowering high cholesterol levels.
Bhindi can also treat digestive issues. The polysaccharides present in immature Okra pods possessed considerable antiadhesive properties which means they remove the adhesive between bacteria and stomach tissue, preventing the cultures from spreading, as per a study. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India's general elections, only on the HT App.
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