Thursday 17 March 2016

Amazing Health Benefits of Cucumbers

Cucumber is one of the oldest cultivated crops, believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is popularly known as Cucumis sativus is a creeper that belongs to the Cucurbitaceous family.

It has a light to dark green color, thin skin, moisture-rich flesh with tiny edible seeds inside, and is enjoyed best in salads, sandwiches, or as a juice. It has a high water content that helps keep your body hydrated, and the low calorie content makes it a great choice for a weight loss diet

In Different Languages:


Hindi               -           ‘khira/kheera’ or ‘kakdi
Tamil               -           ‘Dosakaya’ in ‘Kakkarikkari‘
Malayalam       -           ‘Kani Vellarikka‘
Gujarati           -           ‘Kakdi‘
Bengali            -           ‘Sosha‘
Marathi            -           ‘Kakadi‘
Punjabi            -           ‘Tar

Nutritional Value of Cucumber

Carbohydrates             3%
Protein                         1%
Total Fat                      0.5%
Cholesterol                  0%
Dietary Fibre               1%
Folates                        2%
Riboflavin                   3%
Thiamin                       2%
Vitamin A                   3.5%
Vitamin C                   4.5%
Vitamin E                    0%
Vitamin K                   13.6%
Potassium                    3%
Calcium                       1.6%
Iron                             3.5%
Magnesium                  3%
Manganese                  3.5%
Phosphorus                  3%
Zinc                             2%

Skin Benefits
  •     Revitalizes Skin
  •     Reverses Skin Tanning
  •     Controls Puffiness Of The Eyes
  •     Helps Soothe Sunburn
  •     Rejuvenates Skin
  •     Treats Open Pores
  •     Fights Cellulite
  •     Reduces Dark Circles
  •     Treats Blemishes

Hair Benefits
  •     Reduces Hair Fall
  •     Gives Shiny Hair
Health Benefits
  •     Relieves Constipation
  •     Keeps Your Renal System Healthy
  •     Aids Digestion
  •     Fights Intestinal Worms
  •     Maintains Electrolyte Balance
  •     Reduces Inflammation
  •     Beneficial For Diabetics
  •     Is A Cancer Preventive
  •     Good For Dental Health
  •     Cures Hangover
  •     Good For Treating Blood Pressure Issues
  •     Detoxifies Your Body
  •     Strengthens Bones
  •     Treats Alzheimer’s
Other Benefits
  •     Acts As A Stain Remover
  •     Controls Pests
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