Okra is a good natural laxative and if you eat enough of the okra then you can help get your bowels moving and benefit your health as well.
The fiber in the okra helps absorb the water in your bowels and stools and helps keep the stools soft to help you poop easier.
Eating okra on a regular basis and staying hydrated with enough water can help keep your bowels moving and working properly.
It can also help prevent constipation.
Okra is very healthy and some people have gotten or get diarrhea after eating enough okra so yes it can help to give you a laxative effect when eating the okra.