Cucumber which belongs to the gourd family Cucurbitaceae is a well cultivated plant. It is a creeping vine that bears cucumiform fruits that are used as vegetables.
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Importance
High in antioxidants
Cucumber helps in flushing out oxidants and toxins in the body due to its high content of antioxidants which help in keeping the body metabolism in proper functioning
Promote hydration
Since it is made up of 96% of water it helps in hydration of the body through temperature regulation and transportation of products and nutrients in the body
High in nutrients
Cucumbers are low in calories and high in minerals and important vitamins like vitamin C and K. It is also made up of 96% water, which means they are high in water content.
Some studies shows that it may help in weight loss
May help lower low bloood sugar
They can help in reducing blood sugar and diabetics
Regularity promotion
Promotes and supports regular bowel movements, since dehydration is a major factor causing constipation and cucumber helps in hydration this will help to improve stool consistently,
It contains soluble fiber called pectin which can help to increase bowel movements.
Which emphasis on taking the cucumber raw and without peeling is the best option.
Help to smoothen hair and nails.
A mineral in cucumber called silica makes your hair and nails shiner and stronger
Helps to refresh the mouth.
The juice helps torefresh and heal diseased gums, leaving the mouth smelling good.
Helps to keduces cholesterol.
A compound called sterols in cucumber helps reduce bad cholesterol
Helps to keeps kidneys in shape.
Cucumber lowers uric acid levels in the system, keeping the kidneys in a healthy state
For this reasons I will be a cucumber daily routine for a period of time and see how effective this Beautiful vegetables can be.
I hope we all do this since it's a very cheap and easy to come by vegetable.
Don't let a day go by without taking CUCUMBER.
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