The many health benefits of cucumbers are nothing new, but maybe you didn t realize all of the ways that increasing your intake of this veggie can be good for you. The expression cool as a cucumber comes from the cooling, soothing properties of the vegetable, which you can benefit from both by eating and applying to your skin. Cucumbers are 96% water, so if you re dehydrated, chomping on a cucumber could replenish some of those vital fluids you need. It isn t only their hydrating properties that make them ideal for snacks and hangover cures.

Cucumbers are packed full of vitamins. The flesh of cucumbers is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid, while the hard skin is rich in fiber and a range of minerals including magnesium, molybdenum and potassium. Better still, if you re on a detox or trying to replace vices with a few healthier ones, cucumbers are a handy way of flushing out your toxins. It also promotes muscle flexibility, ensures proper blood circulation and relaxed nerves.

A great 4 pm snack on its own or with some seasoning, they also make a great addition to sprout salad. They are also rich in antioxidants like flavonoids and tannins which will help keep chronic diseases at bay.