Cucumber

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Vitamins and Minerals

Cucumbers contain Vitamins B, Vitamin C, copper, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and Vitamin K.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=”no” text_larger=”no” el_class=”essen”]

Essential to (Body parts/Functions)

Cucumber is highly beneficial to health. It contains antioxidants that prevent oxidative stress and cancer. It also prevents you from dehydration and aid in weight loss. Cucumber lowers the blood sugar level and promotes bowel movements regularity.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=”no” text_larger=”no”]

Origin and Usage

Cucumber is native to India. It is one of the oldest vegetables. Cucumber belongs to Cucurbits. Cucumbers are often used in salads, cold soups, and sauces. It is also eaten raw and cooked. It can also be pickled.

Varieties and types

Cucumber has many varieties. Most common are Diva early pride, Fanfare, Long green improved, Little leaf, national pickling, and Burpee pickler.

Production

China, Iran, Turkey, and Russia are the largest producer of cucumber.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]