The cucumber, (Cucumis sativus) is, a creeping plant of the family Cucurbitaceae, widely cultivated for its edible fruit. The nutritional value of the cucumber is low and due to its less calorific value, this fruit is often taking a part in weight loss management. Its delicate flavor makes it popular for salads and relishes.  

Benefits of Cucumber: There are main benefits of cucumber and this is why in relation to cucumber, it is said that it is like a diamond in vegetables, because cucumber, which comes especially in summer, is just like a boon it does internal purification of the body and also external coolness. Cucumber is wonderful for us in every way, it gives us many health benefits. Let's discuss some important benefits of cucumber

1. This quality of cucumber will surprise you. Yes, It fights cancer. Eating cucumber reduces the risk of cancer. Cucumber contains ecoisolyricrisnol, lariciresinol, and pinoresinol. These elements are capable of preventing all types of cancer.

[IMAGE OF RAW CUCUMBER WITH CUT SLICES]

2. Cucumber quenches thirst. Makes up for the lack of water. Cucumber contains 80 percent water. After eating cucumber, the body gets sufficient amount of water.

3. Cucumber contains fibers which are helpful in digesting food. If you are troubled by constipation then eat cucumber daily. It is an effective medicine for constipation.

4. By eating cucumber, the toxic elements of the body come out. It cleans the intestines very well.

5. It is very important for us to take some vitamins daily. Like Vitamin A, B and C we should take regularly. Cucumber alone gives us daily vitamins. Cucumber peel contains vitamin C. Eating it is also beneficial.

6. Cicelia present in cucumber brings shine to hair and nails and strengthens them. Hair grows faster due to sulfur and silica.

7. Cucumber also reduces weight. People who want to reduce their weight should consume cucumber in soup and salad. Because the amount of water in cucumber is high while there are no calories. That's why it quickly satisfies the stomach.

8. Eating cucumber reduces heartburn. Applying cucumber on sunburnt skin provides coolness.

9. The first quality of cucumber is to provide coolness to the eyes. This is the reason why it is compulsorily kept in the beauty parlor. Keeping the cubes of its juice kept in the freeze on the eyes ends the tiredness of the eyes. It also gets rid of black spots. Cutting cucumber like slices and keeping it on the eyelids gives coolness to the eyes. The effect of cucumber is to reduce the burning sensation.

10. If you want clean, smooth and shiny skin, then you must make friends with cucumber. Cucumber is rich in potassium, magnesium and silicon. This mineral is very important for the skin.

Disclaimer: This article is for your information only. As food salad, a small quanitity is okay but as medicines, before starting this, consult with your doctor (Physician).

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