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Cool as a cucumber and also nourishing...
As we all know, cucumbers have different types and varieties, but it does not mean they also have different health benefits. Despite the varieties, cucumbers have the same active properties that can reduce the risk of health problems, from skin and hair, to overall health. Read below to learn about the vegetables’ beneficial properties:
Lignans
Researchers have long
studied the active substance found in most vegetables. The substance that is
very beneficial for the health is called lignans. This substance is thought to
have a positive effect in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases as well
as other types of cancer – breast, ovary, uterine, and prostate cancers.
Cucumbers have three major lignans: Secoisolariciresinol, pinoresinol, and
lariciresinol. These lignans have stronger joint forces in reducing the risk of
the aforementioned diseases.
Anti-oxidant and
anti-inflammatory properties.
A recent study shows that
fresh extracts of cucumbers have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
These substances play an important role in getting rid of free radicals,
substances that are responsible for cancer formation, and reducing the risk of
inflammatory diseases. However, this research is considered as preliminary, as
it has only been tested on animals in laboratory setting. Yet, researchers
stated that the findings they had are consistent and clear that the cucumbers
have the aforementioned properties beneficial for preventing cancer.
Antioxidant properties of cucumbers include beta-carotene, vitamin C, manganese
as well as flavonoids.
Cucurbitacins
Cucurbitacins A, B, C, D,
and E belong to a large group of phytonutrients called triterpenes, natural
substances mainly reside in plants which could help fight against diseases and
make the body function properly. Some researchers had studied the efficacy of
cucurbitacins in animals in a laboratory setting. They hope that the research
can lead to positive findings, which cucurbitacins could reduce the risk of
cancer formation in humans. Overall, cucumbers have substances, lignans and
cucurbitacins, which are anti-cancer benefits. You may want to add cucumbers to
your diet daily for their health benefits.
Vitamins and Minerals
In 104 grams of sliced
cucumbers, the vegetable already contains 21.3 percent of vitamin K, 6.9
percent of molybdenum, 4.8 percent of vitamin C, 4.3 percent of potassium, 4
percent of manganese, 3.3 percent of magnesium, 3.1 percent of tryptophan, 2.7
percent of vitamin B5, and 0 percent of calories. See how nutritious cucumbers
are for the health!
Vitamin K is almost
forgotten, and the health benefits of the vitamin are often overlooked
There are numerous benefits
that we can get by consuming vegetables with vitamin K – K1, K2, and K3.
Cucumbers have rich sources of the said vitamin, and are listed as one of the
highest food sources of Vitamin K. The major responsibilities of vitamin K for
the health are the following:
- Prevent osteoporosis. Vitamin K2 helps make the
bones stronger.
- Reduce the risk of cancer formation. Vitamin K1
and K2 help prevent you from getting any forms of cancer.
- Prevent cardiovascular diseases. Vitamin K2 can
prevent the arteries from hardening, which is one of the causes of
coronary artery and cardiovascular diseases. It will also help keep the
calcium out of the artery linings as well as other body tissues, which
can lead to damage.
Some men and women suffer
from hair loss. They have used various hair treatments, from medication to hair
products to herbal medications. As a matter of fact, products for thin hair can
be quite expensive. So, some opt to try alternative treatment for hair loss.
Cucumber is a natural treatment for hair loss. It is one of the most effective
alternative treatments for promoting hair growth, too. The juice of the
cucumber has strong properties that can reduce hair falling out. In the juice,
there are manganese, silicon, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, and sulphur
sodium that are beneficial for the hair. Not only can the juice boost hair
growth, but it can also provide you with shiny, smooth, and manageable hair.
Here is a step-by-step method on how to use cucumber for the hair:
How to make a cucumber
hair mask?
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 tbsp. of mayonnaise
- 1 whole egg
- 1/2 chopped and peeled cucumber
Procedure:
- Take note that you should use mayonnaise, olive
oil, and egg with cucumber for making a hair mask. These combinations can
strengthen the efficacy of hair growth, because of their overall benefits
for the hair. The other ingredients used are food sources of vitamins
that can help treat hair loss and make your hair smooth and shiny.
- Place all ingredients into a blender and blend
them thoroughly. You can also use a food processor, if you do not have a
blender. Wait until it completely blends.
- Place the mask or mixture on your hair evenly.
- Tie your hair up and cover it with a plastic
shower cap.
- Allow the mask to absorb into your scalp for 30
minutes up to an hour, for better results.
- Rinse your hair with cool water. Comb your hair
using a wide-tooth comb, and you will see the difference – smooth, shiny,
and manageable hair.
- Do this twice a month to achieve a perfect
crowning glory.
Another method to use
cucumber for the hair: Conditioner cucumber
Above is an instruction on
how to make a hair mask. In this section, you will learn how to use cucumber
for making a monthly hair treatment and conditioner:
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp. of olive oil
- 1 egg
- 1 quarter of peeled cucumber
Procedure:
- Blend all the ingredients using a blender or a
food processor. Wait until they are blended smoothly and thoroughly.
- Apply the mixture to your entire hair and leave
it on for 15 minutes.
- Rinse your hair thoroughly.
- Do this procedure once monthly.
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