Amazing Health Benefits of Cucumber

Here Are Some Amazing Health Benefits of Cucumber You Don't Know:

Some of my clients believe cucumbers are devoid of nutrients, because they’re pale in color and high in water. But the truth is, their fluid content is one of their many perks. Here are all seven ways cucumbers (which contain about 20 calories and 4 grams of carb) help protect and improve your health.

Cucumbers promote bone health

The top nutrient in cucumbers is vitamin K, which is key for bone health. One cup of cucumber with the peel still on supplies over 20% of the recommended daily target for vitamin K. This nutrient is required for bone formation.

Cucumber may boost cardiovascular health too

Cucumbers contain a lot of antioxidants, including flavonoids, which are known to protect against heart disease. The seeds may also be beneficial: In a study published last year, a small group of people with mildly elevated blood fats consumed dried cucumber seed extracts daily. After six weeks they experienced a number of favorable changes, including decreased total cholesterol, decreased “bad” LDL cholesterol, increased “good” HDL, and decreased triglycerides.

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They're hydrating

According to the USDA, one medium cucumber contains about 194 grams of fluid. That changes to nearly seven ounces, just an ounce shy of a cup! Adding sliced cucumber to water also adds flavor, which can help boost your water intake even more.

And great for weight management

Cucumbers offer a trio of characteristics that help in weight loss. They’re low in calories, but they contain filling fiber and fluid. One medium cucumber provides a quarter of the calories in a medium-sized apple. And of the 4 grams of total carb in the cucumber, one and a half are from fiber. 

Cucumbers may help reduce cancer risk  

Along with flax and sesame seeds, kale, broccoli, cabbage, strawberries, apricots, and other plant foods, cucumbers contain a natural substance called lignans. Bacteria in the digestive tract convert lignans into compounds that bind onto estrogen receptors. Some preliminary studies suggest they may protect against estrogen-related cancers, including those of the breast, ovary, uterus, and prostate.

Cucumbers can soothe skin

The pulp of cucumbers is primarily composed of water, vitamin C, and caffeic acid, a natural chemical that has anti-inflammatory properties. The combo triggers a soothing effect on the skin, and reduces skin irritations and swelling. For these reasons cucumbers have long been applied topically as a home remedy for both acne and sunburn.

Cucumbers help combat bad breath

One common cause of bad breath is odor produced when bacteria attack trapped food particles. The fluid in cucumbers, as well as the saliva production triggered by chewing, helps to cleanse the mouth and wash away these smelly culprits from the mouth.