Health Note: Cucumber the Fruit

Beloved,

I wish above all things that thou mayest ...be in health,..

3 John 1:2

"They can be refreshing and pleasant to eat in hot weather and help

prevent dehydration.
It is eaten savory, but it is strictly a fruit.

Cucumbers can help prevent dehydration during the hot summer months or during and after a workout......As a member of the Cucurbitaceae family of plants, cucumbers contain high levels of nutrients known as cucurbitacins, which may help prevent cancer by stopping cancer cells from proliferating and surviving......The American Heart Association (AHA) encourage people to eat more fiber, as this can help prevent a buildup of cholesterol and the

cardiovascular problems that can result from this. Cucumbers are a good sources of fiber, particularly in the skin.....They also provide potassium and magnesium..cucumbers may help control and prevent diabetes.....Used directly on the skin, sliced cucumber has a cooling and soothing effect that decreases swelling, irritation, and inflammation. It can alleviate sunburn." MedicalNewsToday