Other benefits of cucumber

Cucumber widely known as the medicine to lower high blood pressure, help fight acne and puffiness around the eyes. High water content makes cucumbers can help quench the thirst.

Nonetheless, there are still other benefits that many may not khow. Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) contains 0,65% protein, 0,1% fat and 2,2% carbohydrate.

It's flesh contains calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2 and vitamin C. While the seeds contain alkoloid of hypoxanty type, which can treat intestinal worms.

Cucumbers are also rich in fiber which is useful in launching bowel movements, lower cholesterol, and neutralize toxins.