Okra is a warm-season vegetable, also known as gumbo or ladies’ fingers. It is a good source of minerals, vitamins, and fibre. It contains a characteristic viscous juice that can be used to thicken sauces.Gumbo is popular in the southern United States (U.S.), parts of Africa and the Middle East, the Caribbean, and South America.It is considered an important crop in many countries, because of its nutritional value, and because many parts of the plant can be used, including the fresh leaves, buds, flowers, pods, stems, and seeds.The taste is mild, but it has a unique texture with peach-like fuzz on the outside and small, edible seeds on the inside of the pod.It offers a wide range of health benefits.We will look at the nutritional content of okra, its possible health benefits, recipe tips for preparing okra, and any possible health risks.