Cucumbers are called vegetables. But people in the West call them fruit because it grows on caterpillars, so it is also called the fruit of the oxen, and many people also call them a vegetable.
Cucumbers were first grown in northern India and later in Asia, Europe, and Africa. Cucumbers are rich in water which is about 96%. In addition, cucumbers are rich in Vitamin C.
Types
Cucumbers come in different sizes and shapes. About 100 varieties of cucumbers are sold worldwide. One-third of the cucumber is used for food, while the rest is used in other foods such as sauces, pickles, and soups.
There are two types of cucumbers in Pakistan. Indigenous cucumber, provincial cucumber.
Features
As cucumber is a cool vegetable or fruit, it is often used in indigenous medicine to remove body heat in extreme heat as well as to relieve inflammation.
Cucumber helps to remove skin blemishes and make them attractive and attractive. Disappears wrinkles from the skin. Cucumber is used to treat bells and joint pain.
Reduces skin redness in heat. Cucumber is also very useful in lung and chest diseases.
Benefits
According to a Japanese study, cucumbers contain vitamins that protect against heartburn and acidity. Cucumber can be used to prevent acidity and ulcers. Drinking a glass of cucumber juice not only strengthens your body but also helps in reducing obesity.
Controls cholesterol and blood pressure. Helps prevent diseases such as cancer. Really good for both skin and hair.
Skin Problems
By making slices of cucumber and applying them to the skin, skin problems can be overcome to a great extent. After being burnt by the sun, finding cucumber pieces on the burnt skin gives immediate relief.
Cucumber is used as a salad with lunch. It is also eaten fresh and in some places people like to put cucumbers in vinegar pickles.