Okra or Okro, known in many English-speaking countries as ladies' fingers, bhindi, bamia, ochro or gumbo, is a flowering plant in the mallow family. It is valued for its edible green seed pods. Here are some benefits of Okra.... Resources: http://www.nigerianfoodtv.com/2013/06/okra-health-benefits-of-okra-okro.html http://www.informationng.com/2013/04/10-health-benefits-of-okro.html http://www.cortasfood.com/press-media/healthy-tips/item/200-health-benefits-of-okra http://www.healthy