First, ewedu vs okro, which would you go for and why?
So, today we’d be comparing the nutritional benefits of ewedu and okro with the aim of picking which is more nutritious.
Ewedu leaf as the Yoruba’s call it, Achingbara in Igbo, Rama in Hausa or Jute leaves in English Language is a green leafy edible vegetable that is prepared into a delicious slimy soup called ewedu.
Ewedu, like okro soup, is popularly used to eat some traditional Nigerian meals called swallows (like amala, eba, fufu, semo and the likes).
Some of the nutritional benefits of ewedu soup includes;
a. Ewedu contains vitamins A, C, and E which is key in warding off damage tissues that can cause cancer. It also contains antioxidants and lignin that provides protection against the development of cancer cells.
b. Ewedu is rich in calcium and phosphorus which is essential for healthy teeth and bones and also useful for maintaining bone density.
c. According to the study, the Omega 3 content in ewedu can help lower cholesterol levels in the blood and reduce the risk of heart disease.
d. Because of the Omega 3 content in ewedu, it can accelerate the rate of food through the intestine making defecation smooth thereby voiding constipation. Fatty acids and omega-3s also protect the lining of the digestive tract.
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So, let’s talk about okro.
Okro or okra as pronounced by some is also known as Okra or lady finger vegetable, mostly enjoyed with swallows as well.
Some of the nutritional benefits of okro are:
a. Okro provides calcium and magnesium, which prevents both calcium deficiency and magnesium deficiency.
Also, In addition to healthy bones, calcium is needed to regulate heart rhythms, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels.
b. Okro contains healthy amounts of Vitamin A and anti-oxidants that help protect against lung cancer.
c. Due to the substantial presence of Eugenol in Okra, it helps fight against diabetes and stabilize blood sugar level by delaying sugar absorption from the intestines.
d. Okra is one of the top vegetable protein foods because it is rich in high-quality protein which makes it a good bodybuilding food.
Now that we know the health benefits of both ewedu and okro, let’s go back to our initial question, ewedu vs okro, which is more nutritious?
Well, at this point, I’ll leave you guys to answer the question. Comment below and let’s know what you think.
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Thanks for the post,in my own opinion benefit in okro is more than ewedu,so okro is the best.
Although both have their own each benefits and they are both good to health,so I like okro more than ewedu