Food #6 – Cucumbers

The next time you are having a meal, be sure to slice a cucumber or two to go along with it. Most people don’t know about the energy values of this delicious vegetable. It is rich in potassium, vitamins C, K, A, and B6, manganese, magnesium, and more. It also contains a lot of fibre, which will make the release of energy slower. The end result is a constant high level of energy for a long time. You will also feel a lot better after eating this vegetable, since it is known to rehydrate the body really well. Around 97% of a cucumber is water, so it is like drinking a cup of water with a lot of nutritional values.