Healing food – Cucumber

The high water and mineral content of cucumber is largely responsible for its therapeutic cleansing and hydrating effects.
Cucumber is a good source of the mineral silica, a component of connective tissue found in the skin. This, coupled with cucumber’s large percentage of water, helps to keep the skin cell well nourished and hydrated. Cucumber can also be used topically to relieve various skin afflictions, including puffy eyes and sunburn.
The vitamin C and caffeic acid in cucumber, which relieve inflammation and water retention, may explain why this vegetable is so effective for the skin.