Cucumber is a long, green-skinned fruit with watery flesh usually eaten raw in salads.
Cucumber is a widely cultivated plant in the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae. It is a creeping vine that bears cucumiform fruits that are used as vegetables. There are three main varieties of cucumber: slicing, pickling, and seedless.
According to World Health Food, cucumber are very good sources of Phytonutrients,
Phytonutrients are plant chemicals that have protective or disease preventive properties) such as flavonoids, lignans and triterpenes, which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory , antidiabetic and anti-cancer benefits.
Today I will be sharing with you in details The 10 health benefits of cucumber
It reduces aging
Isn't it amazing that we know a natural way to look younger? With the high amount of Vitamin C and caffeic acid present in cucumber signs of aging or ailment of the skin be it sun damage, wrinkles or more. Doing cucumber face mask from time to time will do this wonder. I will do a special post on beauty benefits of cucumber soon.
Keeps you hydrated
Cucumber are composed mostly of water, cucumber has about 95.2% of water that means taking enough of it daily will help you to stay hydrated longer.
Cucumbers supports heart health
Cucumber contains potassium which is associated with lower blood pressure level. Daily intake of cucumber helps to reduce the risk of various health conditions which includes the heart because of the presence of potassium in it.
Those who consumed 4,069 mg of potassium each day lowered their risk of cardiovascular disease and ischemic heart disease by 37 percent and 49 percent, respectively, compared to those who took 1,793 mg per day. Study showed that a higher intake “is associated with lower rates of stroke and might also reduce the risk of total cardiovascular disease.”
Protects the brain from neurological disease
Cucumber contains anti-inflamatory flavonol called fisetin, that plays an important role in brain health and it Also help maintain cognitive function in people with Alzheimer's disease.
Cucumber reduces bad breath
According to the principles of Ayurveda
Eating cucumbers may also help to release excess heat in your stomach, which is said to be a primary cause of bad breath.
Just by placing cucumber at the roof of your mouth may help to ride your mouth of odour causing bacteria.
Cucumber helps to maintain a healthy weight
Cucumbers are low calorie (16 calorie pet cup) food therefore a popular ingredient in diet meals. They also contain fibre, food that contains fibre can help maintain a healthy weight.
Cucumber helps to protect the bone
Vitamin K is important to bone health and 1 cup of cucumber contains about 22% Vitamin K which is the recommended daily intake. This vitamin K is very essential for bone health as low intake makes the risk of having bone fracture higher. Vitamin K works with vitamin D to increase bone density, also it improves calcium absorption in the bones.
Cucumber supports digestive health
Cucumbers are rich in 2 of the most basic elements water and fibre, these two aids healthy digestion. Both water and fibre help food to move through the digestive track quicker and more easy.
Cucumber helps to manage stress
It contains multiple B vitamins which includes B1, B5 and B7. B vitamins helps to ease the feeling of anxiety and buffer some of the effects of stress.
Cucumbers fights inflammation in the body and reduce the risk of cancer
It can help fight inflammation in the body and they contain plant nutrients called cucurbitacin which have anticancer properties.
We should definitely seek out foods that are nutrient-rich, using the positive approach of what to put on your plate vs. what to keep off,"
Angela Lemond.
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