Glycyrrhiza uralensis. Glycyrrhiza uralensis, also known as Chinese liquorice, is a flowering plant native to Asia. It is used as a sweetener and in traditional Chinese medicine.
*Okra is great for pregnant women, because it contain folic acid which is needed for the formation of the neural tube of the fetus. * Okra is a good laxative ans aids bowel movement. * Okra is great for the skin and hair. Cut some okra pods and boil in little water until the juice mucilage begins to come out.
The researchers noted that okra is a rich source of dietary fiber and has been traditionally used to manage diabetes. In a similar study published in the Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences, researchers again tested okra in diabetic rats.