Health benefits of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) against diabetes mellitus and cognitive dysfunction: a review

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus (DM), both type 1 and type 2, has been linked to decreased performance across a number of cognitive function categories, with more recent studies emphasizing the contribution of DM mediated dementia. Despite the therapeutic advantages of antidiabetic medications for the management of DM mediated cognitive dysfunction (CD), the majority of these pharmaceuticals are linked to a number of negative side effects, raising questions about their long-term advantages. Botanical medicines, which often have low toxicity and adverse effects, are supported by some latter research. These medicines are attracting increased interest from researchers studying traditional herbal remedies owing to the minimal side effects for prevention and managing DM and CD in developing and developed countries. To emphasize the health benefits of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) against DM and CD. Different databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, and Scopus, were searched with a combination of keywords. The available research on the health benefits of okra against DM and CD is compiled in this study which indicates that okra has the ability to manage DM and CD. It will serve as a base for further investigation into the okra preparation for its potential commercial production as a therapeutic agent for DM and CD.