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A plant-based drink strained from okra, with very low calories and nutrient density.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Strained Okra Water (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 4 ounce (small) | 118 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 3 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 480 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 1000 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Strained okra water is water in which okra has been soaked, with the pods or pieces removed before drinking. Rinse and slice fresh okra, soak it in the refrigerator, then pour the liquid through a strainer.
Strained okra water is a low-calorie, plant-based drink, but it is not a proven treatment or a reliable source of all the nutrients in whole okra. Straining removes much of the vegetable’s fiber and solid material.
No, strained okra water has not been proven to lower blood sugar or replace diabetes treatment. Do not change prescribed medication because of it; if you have diabetes and want to drink it regularly, ask your healthcare professional.
No, strained okra water does not cause weight loss on its own. Since it is very low in calories, it can replace a sugary drink, but there is no established fat-burning effect.
Yes, you can drink strained okra water on an empty stomach, but there is no proven benefit to doing so. If it bothers your stomach, have it with food or stop drinking it.
Yes, most people can include strained okra water in their daily drinks. It does not replace plain water or provide a guaranteed health benefit; if you take medication, ask a healthcare professional about regular use.
No, there is no reliable evidence that strained okra water starts or eases labor. Do not use it to try to induce labor; ask your maternity care team about safe options and timing.
Strained okra water can feel slippery because okra releases a natural gel-like substance called mucilage into the water. For a clearer drink, soak the pods for less time and strain the liquid through a fine sieve.
Keep strained okra water covered and refrigerated, and drink it within a few days. Discard it if it develops a sour smell, an unusual color, or unexpected bubbling.
Yes, you can use the leftover okra if it is fresh and has been handled safely. It may be softer after soaking, so add it to soup, stew, or a cooked sauce rather than expecting a firm texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.24mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.24µg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.72mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
1.2mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4.8mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 2 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Strained Okra Water is the liquid left after fresh okra has been soaked in water or briefly cooked in it, then strained out. The pods are not part of the drink, which is sometimes prepared at home and also appears in wellness-focused food conversations; it is not a traditional everyday beverage in most places.
Its flavour is mild and vegetal, and the texture may feel slightly slippery because okra releases mucilage into water. Drink it chilled or at room temperature, on its own or alongside a meal. It is extremely low in calories, but also offers little nutritional value, so it is not a filling substitute for a more nourishing drink or snack. If you prefer a brighter taste, add a squeeze of lemon.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.