Why cucumber earns a spot on THE FAD's top 100 anti-inflammatory foods list.
Cucumbers are mostly water, making them a genuinely useful hydration contributor, while also providing small amounts of antioxidant compounds in their skin.
Leave the skin on where possible — most of the fibre and antioxidant content is concentrated there.
This is general nutrition education, not medical advice, and not a claim that any single food prevents or treats disease. Talk to your doctor about any specific dietary concerns, allergies, or medication interactions.
