Also known as okra,this green vegetable is long and finger like, thus the name. The seeds or pods of lady’s fingers are cooked, pickled, eaten raw, or included in salads.
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The combination of fibre and mucilage in ladies’ fingers make them good for digestion. They ease the movement of food through your gut and help to reabsorb water. Since ladyfingers are 90%water, this excess water prevents constipation, gas and bloating in your digestive tract. It is recommended to consume lady’s fingers often, your body will thank you for it!
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