Cucumber

Score: 2/10Anti-Inflammatory

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Cucumbers are highly hydrating vegetables rich in flavonoids, tannins, and triterpenes that have anti-inflammatory properties. They contain fisetin, a flavonoid shown to reduce inflammatory markers.

Benefits

Contains fisetin anti-inflammatory flavonoid
Very hydrating (95% water)
Rich in antioxidants
Low calorie

Concerns

Very mild nutritional profile
Most nutrients are in the skin

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Key Nutrients

FisetinVitamin KVitamin CPotassiumSilica

Serving Size

1/2 to 1 whole cucumber

Tips

Eat with skin on for maximum nutrients. Great in salads, water infusions, and smoothies.

Recipes with Cucumber

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Cucumber Mint Water

10 min prep

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