Okra Water For Glowing Skin
Ingredients Required
- 4–5 fresh okra pods
- 3–4 cloves (laung)
- 1 small cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp cinnamon powder)
- 1½ cups filtered water
- Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice or honey for taste
Why This Drink Works
- Okra is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and mucilage that hydrate skin, reduce inflammation, and flush out toxins.
- Cloves have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that fight skin breakouts and support clearer skin.
- Cinnamon improves blood circulation, supports collagen production, and helps regulate sugar spikes (which can cause acne).
How to Make Okra Water
Method 1: Overnight Soak (No Boil)
- Wash and slice 4–5 okra pods vertically to expose the seeds and mucilage.
- Place the slices in a glass jar.
- Add 3–4 cloves and 1 small cinnamon stick.
- Pour in 1½ cups of filtered water.
- Cover and let it soak overnight (8–12 hours) at room temperature.
- In the morning, strain the water into a glass.
- Optional: Add 1 tsp lemon juice or honey for extra taste and glow benefits.
Method 2: Quick Boil
- Add 4–5 chopped okra pods, 3 cloves, and 1 small cinnamon stick to 1½ cups of water.
- Boil the mixture for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Let it cool, then strain and drink warm or chilled.
How to Drink
- Drink 1 glass every morning on an empty stomach for best results.
- Consume at least 4–5 times a week for noticeable improvements in skin tone and texture.
- Follow with a glass of plain water after 15–20 minutes if desired.
