Mekar Jaya Farm menjual okra jenis merah (Okra Red Burgundy) dan hijau (Okra Clemson Spineless)
lokasi kebun: Ciseeng, Parung, Bogor
SMS: 08568637531
Okra Hijau 800/buah
okra merah 2000/buah
Health
benefits of Okra
The pods are among the very low calorie
vegetables. They provide just 30 calories per 100 g besides containing
no saturated fats or cholesterol. Nonetheless, they are rich sources of
dietary
fiber, minerals, and vitamins; often recommended by
nutritionists in cholesterol controlling and weight reduction programs.
The rich fiber and mucilaginous
content in okra pods help in smooth peristalsis of digested food
particles and relieve constipation condition.
The
pods contain healthy
amounts of vitamin A,
and
flavonoid anti-oxidants such as beta carotenes, xanthin
and
lutein. It is one of the green
vegetables with highest levels of these anti-oxidants. These compounds
are known to have antioxidant properties and
are essential for vision. Vitamin A is also required for maintaining
healthy
mucus membranes and skin. Consumption of natural vegetables and fruits
rich in
flavonoids helps to protect from lung and oral cavity cancers.
Fresh
pods are the good source
of folates;
provide about 22% of RDA per 100 g. Consumption of foods rich in
folates, especially during the pre-conception period helps decrease the
incidence of neural tube defects in the offspring.
The gumbo pods are also an excellent source of
anti-oxidant vitamin, vitamin-C,
providing about 36% of daily-recommended levels. Research suggests that
consumption of foods rich in vitamin-C helps the body develop immunity
against infectious agents, reduce episodes of cold and cough and
protect the body from harmful free radicals.
The
veggies are rich in
B-complex group of vitamins like niacin, vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine),
thiamin and pantothenic acid. The pods also contain good amounts of
vitamin K.
Vitamin K is a co-factor for blood clotting
enzymes and is required for strengthening of bones.
The pods
are an also good source
of many important minerals such as iron, calcium,
manganese and magnesium.
Okra Hijau 800/buah
