CUCUMBER AND IT'S BENEFITS!

CUCUMBER  AND  IT'S  BENEFITS!

A COOL COOL TREAT FOR THE BODY

INTRODUCTION:

• CUCUMBER can be counted upon to cool a burning stomach, check acidity, raging temper. 

Raging temper

• It gives you serenity(calms you down) and equanimity(steadiness of mind).

•  It is a moisturizing agent.
• Cucumber has a high content of vitamin A, E and B1.
• It also contains a good amount of calcium which is good for bones and strengthens the teeth and gums. 

• It is a good source of potassium, magnesium, sulphur, chlorine and fluorine.
• Eating raw cucumber relaxes the nerves and is very good for acidic stomach. Frequent belching is cured by having cucumber juice.

• Cucumber has a cleansing effect on the whole system, particularly the digestive system. It quickly eliminates the toxins from the system and keeps the alimentary canal clean.It is highly recommended for constipation and stomach ulcers. If suffering from ulcers drink cucumber juice at regular intervals especially during summers.

• Cucumber seeds are rich in calcium. Mix its seeds with curd to make a paste. Have this paste to get relief from small stones in the urinary tract.
• Cucumber is very effective in treating acne, skin eruptions and blemishes. Cleanse face with cucumber juice, it moisturizes and tones the skin and removes blemishes.

• The presence of aloe vera in the cucumber makes it a good shield against the harsh UV rays of the sun. Use daily over a few weeks. Use cucumber based masks and face washes.

• Its juice when mixed with the juices of carrot and beet , is helpful in treating gout, arthritis and rheumatism.

  

  Rheumatoid arthritis

Gout

• Its skin contains essential salts and vitamins so use it if possible with skin.

• Cucumber goes well with fruits and vegetables to enhance their nutritive value. Have cucumber salad during the day. 

MASKED BEAUTY !

A handy face mask can be made by mixing two tablespoon of grated cucumber in one tablespoon of fresh curd. Apply over face and neck. Leave on for twenty minutes. Wash off with cold water to see a glowing face. Use this mask regularly to prevent pimples, wrinkles and dry skin.