Nutritionists have advised eating cucumber regularly to keep the body well and prevent dehydration in intense heat. Describing cucumber as one of the best foods among summer fruits and vegetables, they say it is extremely important to keep cucumber in the daily diet to stay free of the various physical problems of the hot season.
According to nutritionists, about 95 percent of a cucumber is water. In severe heat it therefore plays an excellent role in maintaining the body’s water balance and preventing dehydration. Rich in water and important electrolytes, this vegetable improves digestion and also greatly reduces the risk of kidney stones.
Cucumber contains large amounts of biologically active compounds such as flavonoids, tannins and polyphenols, which have high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These compounds fight oxidative stress and inflammation within the body and reduce the risk of various long-term diseases.
Cucumber is equally beneficial not only for internal health but also for protecting the skin on hot days. The potassium it contains keeps the body refreshed and improves skin health. Nutritionists say cucumber’s cooling properties help reduce sunburn and puffiness. Its anti-inflammatory quality plays an effective role in soothing irritation of any kind on the skin.
Cucumber is considered an ideal food for weight control because its calorie content is very low. Every 100 grams of cucumber contains only 16 calories. At the same time the fibre it contains gives a feeling of fullness for a long time and aids digestion.
Because of its natural diuretic properties, cucumber helps the body expel harmful waste, which directly keeps the kidneys functioning. In addition, the B vitamins (B1, B5 and B7), potassium and magnesium in cucumber keep the body free of fatigue and supply light energy through the day.
Cucumber is also good for oral health. Chewing pieces of cucumber increases the production of saliva in the mouth, which helps clean away odour-causing bacteria and food particles.
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