Is it good to drink okra soaked overnight?

Doctor CKI Dinh Tran Ngoc Mai, Department of Nutrition - Dietetics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, answered, okra is a plant that contains many nutrients such as protein, vitamins A, E, B, potassium, calcium... beneficial for the human body. As a food containing a lot of fiber, low glycemic index, okra helps control blood sugar levels in diabetic patients, helps laxative and improve intestinal bacteria, improve constipation.

As a low glycemic index food, okra helps control blood sugar levels in diabetics.

In addition, okra also contains vitamins, antioxidants, pectin to help beautify the skin, and abundant collagen to lubricate cartilage...

The high fiber content in okra, if eaten raw, can easily cause bloating and diarrhea, which is not suitable for people with irritable bowel syndrome or intestinal diseases. In addition, the high oxalate content in okra also increases the risk of kidney stones. Therefore, people with digestive diseases and kidney stones should eat okra in moderation, 4-5 fruits at a time is enough.

With the method of soaking raw okra overnight to get the water, there is currently no research that shows that it will increase the effect of okra compared to eating cooked okra. Moreover, when soaking okra overnight, if the temperature and origin are not guaranteed, it will create a favorable environment for bacteria and mold to grow, causing digestive poisoning.

Therefore, if using raw okra, it is necessary to pay attention to the origin and quality of okra, as well as the processing method to ensure food safety. In addition, it is necessary to consult a nutritionist or doctor if there are any health problems.

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