Cucumber - Natural Benefits and Curative Properties / myLot

Philippines

February 2, 2010 2:18am CST

Cucumber is well-loved by many especially on salads or just by simply eating it raw directly from the fridge. Cucumber belongs to the gourd family and has a considerable number of health benefits. The fruit, for your information is comprised of 90% water making it perfect in providing that refreshing feel. It is also commonly associated worldwide with skin and facial treatment. One of cucumber's main roles to the skin is toning as it corrects the skin's complexion, removing uneven and dark spots. Cucumber extract is one of the effective natural astringents and it is proven to be helpful in reducing eye bags and dark circles around the eyes as well as in preventing acne and pimples. Since cucumber has the same hydrogen level with our skin, it is popularly used as a face pack to soothe and soften the irritated and stressed skin.

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emdee

@mdvarghese (1789)

• Bangalore, India

2 Feb 10

I used to eat raw cucumber with my dinner daily.. But days back, I had some sinus problem and by the advice of doctors I stopped the salad . But I did nt know these properties of the cucumber. Anyway, I will start again at the earliest. Thanks for the discussion

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incredibleDNA

@incredibleDNA (1742)

• Philippines

3 Feb 10

wow, i didn't know that salads are prohibited with people who have sinus problems.

tigeraunt

@tigeraunt (6326)

• Philippines

2 Feb 10

dear incredibleDNA, when my eyes are tired, i cut cucumber and i put it on top of my closed eyes and let it stay for a while. it makes me eyes feel cool and fresh.

and i dont get too much eye bags. thank you for this discussion. ann

incredibleDNA

@incredibleDNA (1742)

• Philippines

2 Feb 10

cool, I also do that sometimes.. It rejuvenates me!

airakumar

@airakumar (1553)

• India

18 May 10

Hi incredibleDNA, You are right and it is nice to hear all this things. totally agree with you. Raw cucumber, when applied on the skin, can help reduce heat and inflammation. The diuretic, cooling and cleansing property of cucumber makes it good for skin. Fresh cucumber juice can provide relief from heartburn, acid stomach, gastritis and even ulcer. Placing a cucumber slice over the eyes not only soothes them, but also reduces swelling. Cucumber juice is said to promote hair growth, especially when it is added to the juice of carrot, lettuce and spinach. Thanks.

Professor2010

@Professor2010 (20156)

• India

19 May 10

I just do not know, how cucumber has same hydrogen level as our skin, any way cucumber has so many natural benefits for our skin and body, in my family cucumber is a must in our salad.. Thanks.

God bless you. Have a nice day. Cheers.

Prof