Nowadays, there are so many health trends out there. I think it's important a to stick the basics. Take the cucumber, which is in the same family as the squash, pumpkin and watermelon and technically a fruit. It contains so many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and can help our bodies in so many ways. Did you know that cucumbers…
- are made up of 95 percent water
- are low in calories
- are high in fiber
- can help us with weight management because it keeps us hydrated and aids with digestion
- can lower the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, as well as breast, uterine, ovarian and prostate cancers
- protect our brain health
- can help manage stress
- reduce inflammation
Crazy, right? Here are some ways you can eat your cucumber:
- juice it
- infuse it in your water
- cut up in salads
- slice and eat it as a snack
- scoop out seeds and add it to smoothies
You can read even more about the cucumber here!