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Okra is cooling, of predominantly sweet and astringent taste. Always eat okra that is properly cooked. Here are some of its benefits:
- Very effectively binds toxins in the blood and muscle tissues and in the liver, and then helps eliminate these toxins through the colon
- Lubricates the colon and eases bowel movements
- Balances Pitta/Fiery and Vata/Airy, (could be a little heavy for Kapha/Earthy)
- With its cooling metabolic effect, decreases heat and acidity generated from toxic buildup
- Serves as a prebiotic—to feed and protect the friendly bacteria in the gut
- Increases stamina
- Increases the quantity and quality of the reproductive fluid
- Helps alleviate arthritis and osteoporosis
- High in carotene, B-complex vitamins, and vitamin C
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