The Cucumber and Its Health Benefits
We always hear people say that cucumbers are very good for our skin. It is used to reduce eye bags around our eyes. It relaxes and freshens. Aside from those, the cucumber has more to offer than you know.
Cucumber is an important health food. It provides a very healthy juice beneficial for increasing the flow of urine. For rheumatic conditions, it complements the effects of celery and carrot juice. Its juice is a soothing skin lotion. In fact, it is the best skin lotion. The peel, like lemon peel, is good to be used on the hands most especially after it’s been in a strong detergent or in a very hot water.
Cucumber is a member of the Cucurbitaceous family, like melon, squash and pumpkins, which is very high in water and very low in calories. Its scientific name is “cucumis sativus”. It is an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C and folic acid.
Cucumber is good for those who are dieting as it is very low in calories. It has a cleansing action within the body by removing accumulated pockets of old waste material and chemical toxins. It helps eliminate uric acid so it is good for those who has arthritis. Its juice is a nourishing vitamin for our hair and skin. It is also a good rejuvenator and makes us feel and look younger.
Cucumber can be eaten unpeeled with a dip, can be added to your favorite salad or sandwich, burger or to your favorite vegetables. When buying cucumber, take note that it should be dark green in color, it is an indication that it is still fresh.
Cucumber is also good to reduce heat and inflammation. It is very useful to treat tired eyes and remove the eye bags under your eyes by placing a slice of cucumber over closed eyes.. It also helps lung, stomach and chest problems, gout, and tapeworm. Fresh cucumber juice is good to reduce heartburn or sooth stomach acid, also for those suffering from gastritis or ulcer.
Its fiber-rich skin and their levels of potassium and manganese helps regulate blood pressure and help promote nutrient functions. Its the dietary fibers regulate cholesterol level and support bowel regularity. Its magnesium content relaxes nerves and muscles and keeps blood circulating smoothly.
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sathya | Mar 31, 2008 | Reply
The given information is good.
sathya | Mar 31, 2008 | Reply
The given information is good.
Red-B | Jun 5, 2008 | Reply
It’s true about cucumbers stated in the article. I usually munch on cucumbers as a snack & I notice my facial skin looks hydrated a few hours later. I certainly cannot live without cucumbers!!
Ann | Jan 2, 2009 | Reply
I think it’s Cucurbitaceae, not Cucurbitaceous… and the proper way to write a scientific name is to have the to have the first letter of the genus capitalized, and the whole scientific name (Genus species) italicized or underlined.
D | Feb 3, 2009 | Reply
i love cucumbers
their so delicious and their also good for you which is a bonus.
janet | Feb 15, 2009 | Reply
they taste nice and help maintain my weight.
Good Guy | Feb 17, 2009 | Reply
They are also fun to spice up your sex life.
slaeve | Mar 8, 2009 | Reply
i have a constipation problem so when I tried to eat cucumber 2 times a day, my problem got solved. the articles are true. so thanks to it.
surfing | Jun 11, 2009 | Reply
I’m eating pepinos right now!
stsusan | Jun 23, 2009 | Reply
I just made some cucumber tahini bites! Just sliced some cucumbers and spread some tahini on them (actually made little sandwiches with the slices). My eyes feel really open (in more ways than one.)
Mark | Jul 23, 2009 | Reply
Thanks for the info, I should try making a juice cucumber later:)
Evette | Sep 8, 2009 | Reply
Cucumber juice is one of the most refreshing juice I have ever made and it taste so good and cool for the summer. Now I know the health benefits and it really looks very good
Evette Clarke | Sep 8, 2009 | Reply
Cucumber juice is one of the most refreshing juice I have ever made and it taste so good and cool for the summer. Now I know the health benefits and it really looks very good
Jan | Sep 21, 2009 | Reply
My daughter eats cucumber w/skin on and wanted to know if eating the skin was beneficial as long as she washed it. This article noted that the skin was good for fiber, etc. All other articles that I read only noted that the skin was good as a soothing element on hands, especially after using harsh detergents.
Good article. Thank you.
CKast | Sep 22, 2009 | Reply
LMFAO for some reason this just made me burst out laughing.
Brain | Oct 18, 2009 | Reply
I treid it on my eyes placing slices of cucumber on my closed eyes after smoking pot and my eyes cleared like I never smoked. Its good for hemp smokers.
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cucumber lover | May 1, 2010 | Reply
I love the info i think i am going to plant alot of cucumber
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kiki | Feb 4, 2011 | Reply
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Rosa Griffis | May 3, 2012 | Reply
Thanks this is really a good site, more info than others. Thanks once again
valerie | Aug 24, 2012 | Reply
has any body ever used cucumbers slice on the eyes?if so i would like to hear you response.we have tried every thing in the market and nothing so far ,so if some body has had wonderful results please let me know.
valerie | Aug 24, 2012 | Reply
my comment i for got to ask that has it helped for BAGGIE EYES? I FORGOT TO MENTION IT.SORRY.PLEASE RESPOND THANK YOU GOD BLESS.