
There are basically two types of cucumbers - the pickling varieties & the slicing varieties. Most of us know that cucumbers 've cooling properties & are extremely good for bringing relief to the eyes in summers. However, they are associated with a number of other health & nutrition benefits too.
- Nutritional Value
- Carbohydrates - 3.63 gm
- Protein - 0.65 gm
- Sugars - 1.67 gm
- Dietary Fiber - 0.5 gm
- Thiamin (Vitamin B1) - 0.027 mg
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) - 0.033 mg
- Niacin (Vitamin B3) - 0.098 mg
- Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) - 0.259 mg
- Vitamin B6 - 0.040 mg
- Folate (Vitamin B9) - 7 μg
- Vitamin C - 2.8 mg
- Calcium - 16 mg
- Magnesium - 13 mg
- Phosphorus - 24 mg
- Potassium - 147 mg
- Iron - 0.28 mg
- Zinc 0.20 mg
- Fat - 0.11 gm
Given below is the amount of nutrients in 100 gm of raw, unpeeled cucumber
- Health & Nutrition Benefits
- Raw cucumber, when applied on the skin, can help reduce heat & inflammation.
- The flesh of cucumbers is a very good source of vitamins A, C & folic acid.
- The hard skin is rich in fiber & a variety of minerals including magnesium, silica, molybdenum, & potassium.
- Fresh cucumber juice can provide relief from heartburn, acid stomach, gastritis & even ulcer.
- Placing a cucumber slice over the eyes not only soothes them, but also reduces swelling.
- The diuretic, cooling & cleansing property of cucumber makes it good for skin.
- Daily consumption of cucumber juice helps control cases of eczema, arthritis & gout.
- Cucumber has been found to be beneficial for those suffering from lung, stomach & chest problems.
- Cucumber contains Erepsin, the enzyme that helps in protein digestion.
- The potassium in cucumber makes it useful for the problem of high & low blood pressure.
- Cucumber juice is said to promote hair growth, especially when it is added to the juice of carrot, lettuce & spinach.
- Cucumber juice, when mixed with carrot juice, is said to be good for rheumatic conditions caused by excessive uric acid in the body.
- Cucumber can prove to be beneficial for those suffering from diseases of the teeth & gums, especially in cases of pyorrhea.
- Being rich in minerals, cucumber helps prevent splitting of nails
of the fingers & toes. - Cucumber has been associated with healing properties in relation to diseases of the kidney, urinary bladder, liver & pancreas.
- Those suffering from diabetes 've been found to benefit from the consumption of cucumber/cucumber juice.
- Cucumber is an excellent source of silica, which is a trace mineral that contributes to the strength of our connective tissue.
No comments:
Post a Comment