Starting this post with
a question, i would love to ask, what fact do you know about cucumber? For most
people, the cucumber is just a normal vegetable (although it is technically a
fruit) that is been placed as a combination in salad dishes. But there are
various amazing health benefits that is been associated with cucumber. After
conducting some research about cucumbers, i acquired knowledge on few things about
it that i did not know before, i now felt guilty of downgrading it before now.
Cucumber is quite an
amazing vegetable with n impressive nutritional profile. In fact, eating a
cucumber can serves as a replacement of your daily multivitamin..
Facts
about cucumber
Cucumber with botanical
name Cucumis sativus, belongs to the
same family as lemon and squash. Commercially,
cucumber are divided into two groups; slicing and pickling. The slicing group
of cucumbers have thick skin and larger than the thin-skinned pickling
cucumbers.
Cucumbers have been
discovered to contain three beneficial lignans (lariciresinol, pinoresinol and
secoisolariciresinol), which have been associated with reduced risk of
cardiovascular disease as well aas several different types of cancers, which includes;
ovarian, prostrate, uterine and breast.
Below are some findings
i discovered about the health benefits of cucumber. I hope you will like and
appreciate it after you are done reading them.
Health
benefits of cucumber
1.
As a nutritional power house
Cucumber is a superfood
which contains almost all the vitamins needed by the body on a daily basis.
Vitamins such as vitamin B, C and K1, potassium, copper and manganese. Eating
just one cucumber a day is a sure replacement of a multivitamin.
2.
Energy booster
Instead of reaching for
a third cup of coffee, take a bite on a cucumber instead. The carbs and vitamin
B in cucumber provides energy that will sustain you and last for hours.
3.
Fights hangover
To prevent you night
out to turn into a morning nightmare, try eating some cucumber. Eating a
cucumber before taking a nap lessens hangover pain. Cucumber contains a mix of
vitamin B, sugar and electrolytes that keeps you hydrated and feeling great
after a night out.
4.
Relieves stress
If you are experiencing
a stress-filled day, boil a few slices of cucumber and breathe in the steam.
The aroma of cucumber can promote feelings of calmness and relieves anxiety.
5.
A remedy for bad breath
If you are suffering
from bad breath (also known as halitosis), you might consider eating a cucumber
instead of reaching for a surgery breath mints. Phytochemicals present in
cucumber kills bacteria that causes bad breath and cavities. Eat a slice of
cucumber after each cup of coffee or meal in order to have a breath that stays
fresh all day long.
6.
Prevents constipation
There are many reason
why an individual might be experiencing constipation. Sometimes, it might be as
a result of stress, medication or consuming a highly processed diet. Cucumber
are rich in fibre which can keep your digestive system functioning at full
speed.
7.
Detoxification
Cucumber does not only
contain lots of water that keeps your body hydrated, it also have detoxifying
properties. Eating cucumber daily helps yo prevent toxins from building up
inside the body.
8.
Immune booster
The blend of nutrients
found in cucumber makes it ideal for boosting the immune system and treating
common ailments like common cold and flu. Cucumber hve anti-inflammatory
properties that fights inflammation of the nose and throat when an individual
is suffering from cold.
9.
Lowers blood pressure
The high level of
potassium in cucumber aids in regulating the blood pressure by boosting
electrolyte levels and preventing the damaging effects caused by the
overconsumption of sodium.
10.
Remedy for puffy eyes
Nutrients in cucumber
makes it very effective in relieving inflammation both internally and
externally. Place fresh cucumber directly on swollen areas to reduce puffiness
in a matter of just few minutes.
11.
Fights bloating
The high water content
and potassium possessed by cucumber makes it a mild diuretic that can fights
against boaring.
12.
Builds bones
Cucumber is rich in
calcium, magnesium, and vitamin k1, all these are very essential for bone
health. Eat cucumber daily in order to have a healthy bone.
13.
Skin rejuvenation
Cucumber contains
compounds that are known to refresh and rejuvenate the skin from both the
inside out and outside in. Make a pulpy mixture of cucumber and a few drops of
lemon juice and apply directly on the face for
mask that is both refreshing and healthy.
14.
For strong shiny hair
Cucumber contains
sulphur, silicone, calcium and phosphorus, all necessary for healthy hair growth. Regular eating of
cucumber can reduce hair loss and strengthen the hair shafts. The compounds present
in cucumber can also make the hair to appear shiny and healthy.
These are the few
health benefits of cucumber i discovered. Try to add a few of these uses of cucumber
to your weekly routine and in just a matter of time you will feel energised,
refreshed and stress-free.
14 health benefits of cucumber
Reviewed by Chibuzor Aguwa
on
Thursday, February 18, 2016
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