Cholesterol is essential for our body, as it performs many important functions like the formation of cell membranes, hormone production and helping in the formation of Vitamin D. But when there is an excessive amount of cholesterol in the body, alarm bells start ringing. Cholesterol causes the problem of high blood pressure and increases the risk of heart attack. The real reason for the increase in cholesterol is bad food and bad lifestyle. If you are also struggling with the problem of high cholesterol, then you can control it with the help of Ladyfinger.
Can ladyfinger water reduce cholesterol?
If you want to remove the cholesterol accumulated in the veins, then you should include okra water in your diet. A study published by NCBI also states that ladyfinger can reduce cholesterol levels. The hypolipidemic activity of ladyfinger may prove helpful in regulating cholesterol.
Let us tell you that ladyfinger is cholesterol free and a gel-like substance comes out from it which is called mucilage. When this substance enters the body, it gets mixed with cholesterol during food and considering it as waste material, it is thrown out of the body. The polysaccharides present in it also reduce cholesterol. Consuming it for a few days can reduce cholesterol gradually. Due to this, the risk of heart disease is reduced to a great extent.
How to make ladyfinger water
- Wash the okra and remove its stalk.
- Cut it into two pieces and soak it in water overnight.
- In the morning, take out this water in a glass and drink it on an empty stomach.
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