Dr Pete's Health Secrets

        Okra also known as Bhindi bhaji in hindu ,  is a very popular vegetable in Africa and Asia, a culinary delicacy. Lets examine its health affects. Promotes Healthy Pregnancy Okra's high levels of vitamin A, B vitamins (B1, B2, B6), and vitamin C, and traces of zinc and calcium, make it an ideal vegetable to eat during pregnancy.  Okra also serves as a natural supplement for fiber and folic acid . A single serving of okra contains nearly 10% of recommended levels of vitamin B6 and  folic acid . Lowers Cholesterol Okra not only promotes good digestive health, but also good cholesterol levels due to its high fiber content. Soluble fiber can be dissolved in water, which means that it breaks down in the digestive tract.  Okra also binds to cholesterol in other foods so that it can be excreted along with other wastes. In turn, total cholesterol levels plummet, according to Harvard Health Publications. Control Diabetes Roasted...