Cucumber........

Cucumber are the fourth most cultivated fruit in the world and known to be one of the best foods for your body's overall health.
It's a great source of vitamin A, B1, B6, C, D, Folate, Magnesium, Silicon, Potassium and calcium so make it a part of your daily meal. It re-hydrates the body and replenishes daily vitamins.....
I love cucumber and take it regularly with groundnuts...often times when taking pasta I peel several slices over the plate of pasta........hmm yummy!

 Cucumbers are 95% water thus helping the body get hydrated while eliminating toxins. Don't forget  to leave the skin on because the skin contains a good amount of vitamin c.

 Peel a  slice of cucumber and place it over puffy eyes...it's anti-inflammatory properties helps in reducing puffiness. Did you know that cucumber contains sulfur and silicon that stimulates hair growth?

 In the  fight against cancer, cucumbers are known to contain 3 lignans that have a strong history of research in connection with reduced risk of several cancer types including ovarian, prostate,breast or uterine cancer....
In home care, cucumbers can be used to eliminate a foggy mirror..before taking a hot shower,rub a cucumber slice along the mirror, it will eliminate the mirror from fogging up. To stop a door from squeaking ,cucumber could be applied along the hinges of the squeaky door.... Yea that's so true!

 It helps in relieving bad breath....put a slice of cucumber and press it to the roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds, the phytochemicals will kill the bacteria in your mouth responsible for causing bad breath.

 To avoid a morning hangover or headache,eat a few slices before going to bed,cucumber contains enough sugar, B vitamins and electrolytes to replenish many essential vitamins thus reducing the effects of hangovers and headaches.

 In  reducing weight loss and digestion,cucumber is definitely a good choice. Due to its low calorie and high water content,cucumber is a good choice for those looking to lose weight. The high water and dietary fiber aids in the removal of toxins from the digestive system. Do you know that daily consumption of cucumber aids in the relieve of chronic constipation?

 In the cure for diabetes,cucumber is known to contain  a hormone which is needed by the cells of the pancreas for producing insulin which has been found to be beneficial for diabetic patients. Researchers found that a compound known as sterols  in cucumber may help reduce cholesterol levels and high levels of magnesium,potassium and fiber found in cucumber works effectively in regulating blood pressure......

 So if you know of anyone suffering from low or high blood pressure,  a daily intake of cucumber will help in regulating it.

 Cucumber aids in promoting joint health and in relieving gout and arthritis pain...As an excellent source of silica, it is known to help promote joint health by strengthening the connective tissues.... 

 Rich in vitamins and minerals , one can not erase the usefulness of cucumber... When mixed with carrot juice..........its Simply Amazing!!!

 So when next you go shopping ,do not forget to add some cucumber to the list...*winks*

 Living Healthy !!!!

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