Benefits of Okra

Okra or lady''s finger, bhindi or gumbo belongs to the mallow family just like hibiscus, cocoa, and cotton. Raw okra is 90% water and contains fiber, vitamin K, vitamin C, thiamin, folate, vitamin B6, beta carotene and Lutein. Okra is not one of the much liked vegetables across the world but some of the revealing okra health benefits will surely make it a regular part of any cuisine.