🌿 Okra Powder (Abelmoschus esculentus) | Digestive & Blood Sugar Balance | NYCherbs®

The Remedy:

🌱 Other Names: English: Okra, Lady’s Finger, Latin: Abelmoschus esculentus, Regional/Folk: Bhindi (India), Gombo (West Africa), Quimbombó (Caribbean)

✨ Key Benefits:

🌿 Supports healthy digestion & gut function
⚖️ Helps regulate blood sugar balance
❤️ Promotes cardiovascular health & cholesterol support
💧 Provides mucilage to soothe digestive tract
🛡️ Strengthens immunity & boosts energy

📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:

• Consumed traditionally as a nourishing vegetable for vitality and blood sugar regulation

• Used in powders for digestion, cholesterol balance, and weight management

• Mucilage supports soothing of gastric irritation and bowel health

• Applied in skin care for nourishment and hydration

🌼 Herbal Combinations:

• Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) → enhances blood sugar balance

• Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) → complements digestive soothing and gut lining support

• Moringa Leaf (Moringa oleifera) → adds nutrient density and immune synergy

🧴 Available Forms:

• Powder

• Capsules

• Smoothie/Functional Food Ingredient

• Topical blends for skin care

⚠️ Safe for regular use as food. For those with low blood sugar or taking medication for diabetes, consult a healthcare provider before concentrated use.