6 reasons why the cucumber is seriously cool!

1.   At 95 precent water and containing most of the vitamins the body needs in a single day. The cucumber is a real hydrating hero!.

2. a piece of cucumber on the eyes will get rid of those nasty dark circles or any inflammation under your eyes . Pop one slice on each eye, lay back and relax for around 15 minutes.

3. Silica (what the body needs for healthy bones) is the wonder mineral found in cucumbers that will  makes your hair and nails stronger and shinier in a natural way.

4. Have you been out in the sun too long? The cooling affect of a cucumber will soothe the burn and help heal the skin in a natural and gentle way.

5. Worried you have bad breath? Take a slice of cucumber and press it to the roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds, this will kill the bacteria in your mouth responsible for causing bad breath.

6. They are a great source of soluble fibre- the type of fibre that makes you feeling full for longer!

 

Don’t forget to keep the skin on as its packed with Vitamin C and always wash your cucumbers thoroughly before you use them!