CrossFit South Rockland

Monday, July 17, 2017

BENEFITS OF CUCUMBERS




Have you ever wondered where the saying “cool as cucumber” comes from? Apparently, cucumbers have a water content of 96% and the nutrients in its juice cause a cooling effect on the body, thus leading us to the popular phrase. With summer in full effect, heat is the leading factor that greatly affects any athlete’s endurance. If you can include cucumbers in your diet, then they can reduce your overall body temperature, which will extend your performance. Cucumbers are low in calories and high in fiber, which makes them useful for both weight loss and digestive health.

Cucumber is a great source of magnesium as well as potassium. It also has a diuretic effect on the body that will produce more urine to get rid of excess fluid in the body and reduce bloating. It helps to generate energy. Copper is another component that is present in cucumber and it is primarily responsible for transporting the energy throughout the body.

Cucumbers have unique polyphenols in plants called lignans which are health-benefiting fibers that have been connected with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease as well breast, uterine, ovarian, and prostate cancers. They also contain extracts with high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Cucumbers are also a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, multiple B vitamins, and beta-carotene. Here are a few more benefits and reasons why eating this great carb is important:

Protect Your Brain

Cucumbers contain an anti-inflammatory flavonol called fisetin that appears to play an important role in brain health.
  • Freshen Your Breath
  • Support Your Digestive Health
  • Help to manage stress
  • Support heart health
  • Great for the skin
Cucumbers are cool and super healthy. Whether they are coming from your own garden or farmers market, right now is a great time to take advantage of them. 

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