You probably think of cucumbers as a green vegetable that is used in salads, but you may not know how good they are for you.
Now the secret is out. These gems that are full of healthy nutrients and plant compounds are actually becoming part of a social media trend.
Even if you are not online frequently, you may have seen the viral cucumber salad videos that are on TikTok and other platforms. The trend was started by Logan Moffitt, now called the ‘cucumber guy’ who has been posting his various cucumber salad recipes that now have millions of views. His first cucumber video was posted in July, 2024 and now there are thousands of recreations.
Moffitt’s method is easy: just slice a cucumber on a mandolin – or cut with a knife, add ingredients to a container, and shake vigorously.
He assures his viewers that this is a no-fail method. But no matter how you prepare them, add cucumbers to your diet and reap these seven health benefits.
Super Hydrating
Cucumbers are very hydrating. That’s because of the veggie’s 96 percent water content, making it an important part of your daily water intake, according to verywell health.
Another way to stay hydrated is to drink cucumber infused water. How much water you need depends on how much you exert yourself and sweat, but a good rule of thumb is that women need nine cups (2.1 liters) and men need 13 cups (3 liters) every day.
Nutrient Rich
Cucumbers are full of important vitamins and minerals, according to Healthline, including 8 grams of vitamin C, 49 mcg of Vitamin K, magnesium, potassium, protein, and fiber. A typical serving is about one-third of a cucumber. Don’t peel cucumbers before using to consume the most nutrients.
Contains Antioxidants
Antioxidants are very important plant compounds that block oxidation and free radicals that can damage your cells. Eating foods that are rich in antioxidants, like cucumbers that contain flavonoids and tannins, can help reduce the risk of chronic illnesses including heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers.
Good for Your Gut
Cucumbers are good for your gut health because of the high-water content they contain. Since dehydration is a big factor in constipation, staying hydrated can help keep you regular.
Cucumbers also contain pectin, a soluble fiber that plays a role in regulating bowel movements. Pectin also feeds the beneficial bacteria in your gut. Enjoy fermented cucumbers that are rich in probiotics to maximize your gut health.
Promotes Heart Health
The flavonoids in cucumbers also benefit your cardiovascular health, stressed verywell health. That’s because these antioxidants help to prevent plaque buildup in arteries and blood clots as well as preventing free-radical damage.
Could Lower Blood Sugar Levels
Cucumbers are antihyperglycemic; meaning that they could lower glucose levels in your blood. This is really important for diabetics who have problems with insulin control and must regulate their blood sugar. Eating cucumbers is an easy way for diabetics to help control blood sugar levels.
Promotes Bone Health
The high vitamin K content of cucumbers is very beneficial for bone health. Just one cup provides 10,2 mcg of the daily recommended amount.
Vitamin K also helps to improve calcium absorption, according to Medical News Today. This is especially important for people with osteoporosis, a condition that causes a loss of bone mass and fragile bones that are prone to breaks. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK
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Cucumbers: 1 of the Most Hydrating Foods You Can Eat–How to Get the Most Benefits
Made up of more than 95 percent water, cucumbers are “one of the most hydrating foods you can put on your plate,” Dr. Joseph Mercola, a board-certified family physician, told The Epoch Times.
The other 5 percent is made up of nutrients that help your skin age more slowly and your bowels move more quickly.
As long as you don’t peel it.
Key Nutrients
A standard unpeeled cucumber, about six to seven inches long, contains:
Cucumbers also contain a family of protective plant compounds.
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“Among the most interesting is fisetin, an anti-inflammatory flavonol that researchers have connected to brain health and memory,” Mercola said, adding that they also offer antioxidant flavonoids such as quercetin.Health Benefits
Although popular claims that cucumbers detox your body or melt away fat aren’t supported by evidence, research does back several of cucumbers’ health benefits.Promote Hydration
Sliced cucumbers dancing in pitchers of water at spas and hotels aren’t just for show. The high water content in cucumbers can help you meet your daily fluid needs.
In a 2013 study of 424 children published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers found that each additional 100 grams of fruits and vegetables—including water-rich foods such as cucumbers—was linked to improved hydration, even after accounting for other dietary sources of water.
Cucumbers’ role in supporting hydration is especially notable for pregnant women, nursing mothers, women in menopause, and those living in warmer climates, all of whom need increased amounts of fluids, Dr. Robert Thompson, a board-certified physician executive, told The Epoch Times in an email.
A 2016 review published in The Journal of Aging Research & Lifestyle (JARLife) stated that water-rich foods such as cucumbers provide hydration as well as naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds. The authors suggested that cucumbers could serve as a low-calorie alternative to sports drinks for routine hydration.
“That high water content comes bundled with vitamin K1 and potassium, plus other valuable micronutrients,” Mercola said.
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