Benefits of the humble cucumber!

Full of water and extremely refreshing, there are a whole bunch of benefits of eating cucumber. Even the cucumber peel provides a lot of nutrients.

Cucumbers contain antioxidants, like tannins and flavonoids that prevent the body from various chronic diseases. They have 96% water, helping you meet your fluid intake goals with ease and also keeps you hydrated. Experts claim that due to its low energy density, cucumbers aid weight loss.

They not only provide Vitamin K, B and C, but also minerals like magnesium and potassium. Add them to your salad or simply eat them pickled.