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Good day, GROWers! Here are Alliyah Avellanosa, Ramielle Aire Usman, and Mark Jay Mendoza of BSHM 4-1N to show us how to plant okra and its benefits in our health.

Okra is a flowering plant known for its edible seed pods. It’s cultivated in warm and tropical climates, such as those in Africa and South Asia. Sometimes referred to as “lady’s finger,” okra comes in two colors: red and green. Both varieties taste the same, and the red one turns green when cooked. Biologically classified as a fruit, okra is generally utilized like a vegetable in cooking. It’s frequently used in Southern American cuisine and a popular addition to gumbo. Yet, it can have a slimy texture, which some people find unappealing. Though it’s not one of the most common foods, okra is packed with nutrition.

Benefits of Okra
1. Okra is rich in many nutrients and particularly high in vitamins C and K. This fruit is unique, as it provides protein, a nutrient that many other fruits and vegetables lack.
2. Okra is rich in antioxidants that may reduce your risk of serious diseases, prevent inflammation, and contribute to overall health. Most notably, it contains polyphenols that may contribute to heart and brain health.
3. Okra may bind to cholesterol in your gut and lower blood cholesterol levels. It’s also rich in polyphenols, which fight harmful inflammation and protect your heart.
4. Okra contains a protein called lectin, which is being studied for its role in cancer prevention and treatment. More human research is needed.
5. Eating okra has been linked to blood sugar control. Yet, some research suggests that it may interfere with common diabetes medications.
6. Eating okra may help pregnant women meet their daily folate needs. Folate is important for preventing neural tube defects.

What’s up GROWers! Here are Marc Joshua Navarro, Ace Buencamino, Michael Edward Castro of BSHM 4-1N to show us the two types of fertilizers we can use in growing our own food.

1. Water and MSG
2. Banana Peel

MSG is good as plant fertilizer as it contains:
- high level of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
- trace elements such as ammonium, sulfate, calcium, magnesium, organic matter.
- a variety of amino acids which are needed for plant growth.

Banana Peel is good fertilizer because of: What they do not contain. They contain absolutely no nitrogen. Banana peels also contain calcium, which prevents blossom end rot in tomatoes. The manganese in banana peels aids photosynthesis, while the sodium in banana peels helps water flow between cells

BE GREEN MINDED. It’s time for us to become Plantitos and Plantitas!

From your vegetables and fruits scrap seeds, you can make your own food by doing backyard or pot-planting in your houses.
GROW your own FOOD, explore and be part of this green campaign. Join us in taking the step in planting our own food to reduce foodprints, save money and recycle food waste that could benefits to our environment.

The idea of growing your own food was presented by BSHM 3-1N students with the purpose of promoting the importance of food security, sustainability, and other matters.
Buckle up as we are getting nearer to our most anticipated green adventure. Let’s learn how to make a difference! Save our nature and inspire generation’s level up our new journey.

Let’s be prepared to have fun filled Green activity.