Lady finger: Also know as Okra or Bhindi, Lady Finger is high in dietary fiber and metabolism and thus, it is good for digestion, constipation and also aid in prevention of diabetes. Folates present in Okra reduces the neural tube defects in a new born baby. So it is highly recommended for women during pre conception period or pregnancy. It is high in Vitamin K which helps in strengthening the bones in our body. People diagnosed with asthma are strongly suggested to consume lady finger. It helps prevent sun strokes. With regular usage of Okra, in either raw or cooked form, you can avoid obesity. Obesity is not necessarily due to consumption of fatty and calorific foods but also due to lack of nutrients. It absorbs less cholesterol preventing heart diseases and ailments occurring due to cholesterol in the blood. Vitamin C found in okra actually helps maintain a younger looking skin and repair body tissues. If you are tired of your distressed hair, try using Okra to get that bounce back. Boil okra with some water and the transparent mucilage that you get can be used to get your bouncy hair back. Okra is an excellent moisturizer for your dry and itchy scalp and the same mucilage can be used as hair conditioner. Wash your hair and squeeze out excess water. Massage the watery mucilage through your hair and rinse thoroughly with water.