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Ah, the lowly cucumber. Has any fruit or vegetable been so undervalued? But no longer! The cucumber is a highly nutritious, delicious vegetable with many health benefits. Check out some of these cucumber benefits, and then try out my own personal recipe: Salad Cucumber á La VinBar.

Nutrition Benefits of Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar

Cucumbers belong to the squash family. Other squashes include zucchine, yellow squash and pumpkin. It has a dark green skin, whitish or very light green flesh underneath. There are basically two types of cucumbers - the pickling varieties and the slicing varieties. In general the pickling types are smaller than the slicing types, only about 2 to 4 inches in length. Most of us know some of the cucumber benefits, such as their cooling properties and that cucumbers are extremely good at relieving the eyes in the hot summer. However, they have many other health benefits as well. To know about them, read on.

Vitamin and Nutritional Info for Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar

The raw, unpeeled cucumbers in Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar contain the following nutrients per 100 grams: Carbohydrates - 3.63 gm, Sugars - 1.67 gm, Dietary Fiber - 0.5 gm, Fat - 0.11 gm, Protein - 0.65 gm, Vitamin B1(Thiamin) - 0.027 mg, Vitamin B2(Riboflavin) - 0.033 mg, Niacin (Vitamin B3) - 0.098 mg, Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) - 0.259 mg, Vitamin B6 - 0.040 mg, Vitamin B9(Folate) - 7 mcg, Vitamin C - 2.8 mg, Calcium - 16 mg, Iron - 0.28 mg, Magnesium - 13 mg, Phosphorus - 24 mg, Potassium - 147 mg, Zinc 0.20 mg

Cucumber and Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar Health Benefits

- Cools the skin to reduce heat and inflammation.

- The diuretic, cooling and cleansing property of cucumbers taken internally makes it good for skin.

- Cucumber water can relieve heartburn, upset stomach, ulcers and gastritis. Here's where you can find my cucumber water recipe.

- Cucumber slices on the eyes can reduce swelling and feels refreshing and soothing.

- Daily consumption of Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar can help control cases of eczema, arthritis and gout.

- Lung, stomach and chest issues are eased by cucumbers.

- Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar moderates the blood pressure because of its potassium content.

- Erepsin, a protein digesting enzyme, is found in Salad Cucumber á la Vinbar.

- Cucumber water and juice is said to promote hair growth, especially when it is added to the juice of carrot, lettuce and spinach.

- Cucumber water and juice, when mixed with carrot juice, is said to be good for rheumatic conditions caused by excessive uric acid in the body.

- Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar can prove to be beneficial for those suffering from diseases of the teeth and gums, especially in cases of pyorrhea.

- The minerals in Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar are good for the nails and help prevent them from splitting.

- Cucumber has been associated with healing properties in relation to diseases of the kidney, urinary tract, liver and pancreas.

- Those suffering from diabetes have been found to benefit from the consumption of cucumber/cucumber water and juice.

And now it's time, finally, for the tasty recipe you've been anticipating, Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar:

- 2 whole scrubbed unpeeled slicing cucumbers (preferably organic, of course) - 1/4 cup vinegar (white) - salt and pepper to taste - 1 tsp raw sugar (Remember, if it's white, it ain't right!)

Put the items in a bowl together, allow to mix and marinate for a little while, then voilá, you've got delicious Salad Cucumber á La Vinbar. It's simple, but it's succulent! For a delicious, cooling effect on a hot summer day, try adding some fresh dill or cilantro.

Salad Cucumber á la Vinbar is a nutritious, healthy and refreshing accent to any meal, while cucumber water is a delightfully refreshing drink on a hot summer day. Cucumber benefits are many, so it's important to integrate this valuable vegetable into your eating routine. Salad Cucumber á la Vinbar is a delicious way to do just that. Healthy eating!