Don’t underestimate your new friend in the fridge – the cucumber! It has numerous health benefits – as well as being something you can slice up and use to relieve tired puffy eyes! Here are a few more reasons why your cucumber is cool – and not just because you’re keeping it in the fridge:
- Cucumbers have been found to contain lignans there is continued research into the various health benefits some including how they may assist in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and help to fight cancer
- Anti inflammatory
- Antioxidant
- Contains vitamins B, C and K
- Contains minerals magnesium, potassium and silicon
- The fibre in the cucumber aids digestion
- It’s a hydrating fruit
- Less than 100 calories
- Aids weight loss and helps to reduce cholesterol
- And even aids gum disease as the cucumber juice helps to absorb the acid in your mouth.
If you fancy a change I found some refreshing cucumber drink suggestions on bembu.com: here
Sources: care2.com whfoods.com
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