CUCUMBER

Thank God Its Friday💃💃 The weekend is here and it's sure going to be a long one😃 Let's review this fruit for the weekend!...Do you love cucumbers???

Cucumber is a widely loved fruit that contains plenty of nutritional values. Not only is it a cooling snack to eat, it has a high source of Vitamin K, antioxidants as well as an anti-inflammatory flavonol called fisetin which plays an important role in promoting brain health.

Cucumber has a high water content and it's low in calories, fat, cholesterol, and sodium. It is mild, refreshing and pleasant to eat in hot weather and it helps prevent dehydration. All these factors make this fruit essential for our diet.

Plant foods, such as cucumber have been linked to a lower risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, among others, while promoting a healthy complexion, increased energy, and a healthy body weight. Cucumber contains a high level of nutrients which may help prevent cancer by stopping cancer cells from proliferating and surviving.

Cucumbers are a beneficial type of product for overall health.They also contain important nutrients that are essential for the human body. Cucumbers flesh is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, and folic acid, while the hard outer skin is rich in fiber and a range of minerals including magnesium, molybdenum, and potassium.

Also, used directly on the skin, sliced cucumber has a cooling and soothing effect that decreases swelling, irritation, and inflammation. It can alleviate sunburn and can help decrease morning puffiness if placed on the eye.

Researchers have concluded that cucumbers may help control and prevent diabetes.The American Heart Association (AHA) encourage people to eat more fiber, as this can help prevent a buildup of cholesterol and the cardiovascular problems that can result from this. Cucumber is a good source of fiber.

Calcium is also not the only nutrient that keeps the bones strong, think about opting for vitamin K-rich cucumbers more often as well. A sufficient intake of vitamin K has been associated with healthy bones that are less likely to fracture.

Cucumbers are super versatile in cooking and they have a neutral flavor, so they work really well in a number of dishes, you can have it raw or in a salad with dressings or as a simple snack. Ready to add more cucumber to your diet? Try different dishes that incorporate cucumber this weekend. It is safe; you can eat it at anytime of the day and enjoy your life!

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