Category: Fruits

Description. The cucumber is a creeping vine that roots in the ground and grows up trellises or other supporting frames, wrapping around supports with thin, spiraling tendrils. The plant may also root in a soilless medium, whereby it will sprawl along the ground in lieu of a supporting structure. Where do our cucumbers come from? […]

Cucumbers have sulfur and silicon which increase urination by stimulating the kidneys into better removal of uric acid. Loaded with water and potassium and low in sodium, cucumbers also inhibit the production of nitric acid and inflammatory enzymes, thus reducing swelling. What foods make you urinate more? Oranges, grapefruits, clementines, lemons, and limes are all […]

Gently rub produce while holding under plain running water. There’s no need to use soap or a produce wash. Use a clean vegetable brush to scrub firm produce, such as melons and cucumbers. Dry produce with a clean cloth or paper towel to further reduce bacteria that may be present. Should you wash a cucumber […]

It lowers your blood pressure. Potassium is an electrolyte that helps regulate the amount of sodium retained by the kidneys. Cucumbers are a good source of potassium. Drinking cucumber water helps your body get more potassium, potentially helping to lower your blood pressure. Can you eat cucumber if you have high blood pressure? Cucumbers may […]

These days, consumers are provided with different varieties of cucumbers which have sweeter and more palatable skins and definitely not toxic. In fact, the skin of cucumber is a source of dietary fibre and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and molybdenum. Are cucumbers poisonous to humans? As it turns out, some members of the Cucurbitaceae […]

Cucumbers can be up to 2 foot long! China produces 76% of cucumber and gherkin production in the world. A raw cucumber is actually 95% water. A whole cucumber is just 16 calories. How do you explain cucumber to a child? Cucumbers grow on long, creeping vines with fuzzy leaves. The parts that people eat […]

7 Health Benefits of Eating Cucumber It’s High in Nutrients. Cucumbers are low in calories but high in many important vitamins and minerals. It Contains Antioxidants. It Promotes Hydration. It May Aid in Weight Loss. It May Lower Blood Sugar. It Could Promote Regularity. Easy to Add to Your Diet. What are the 10 benefits […]

A cucumber is normally considered ripe when it is bright medium to dark green and firm. You should avoid cucumber harvesting when cucumbers are yellow, puffy, have sunken areas, or wrinkled tips. What do cucumbers look like when they are ready? Your cucumbers should have a nice light or green color when they’re ready for […]

English cucumbers. English cucumbers are sometimes billed as seedless but the truth is they do have seeds. They’re just smaller and thinner than regular cucumber seeds so you can chew right through them. Smaller seeds mean less water so they’re the perfect choice for this Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Feta! Which cucumbers have the […]

English cucumbers. English cucumbers are sold year round and are usually more expensive than regular cucumbers. Many times they are labeled as “seedless cucumbers.” They can be found in the produce section of your local grocer, usually sold in plastic wrap. Are all cucumbers seedless? Not all cucumbers have those pesky hard seeds — many […]

Plastic Wrap Helps Cucumbers Last Longer It acts as both an insulator to protect against cold injury and prevents and slows dehydration and spoilage. Plastic-wrapped cucumbers typically last about 10 days in the refrigerator, which is a bit longer than their unwrapped counterparts. Should you remove plastic from cucumbers? It will also help slow deterioration […]

According to reports, elements called Cucurbitactins present in cucumber are present on the edge of the cucumber. In such a situation, by cutting the edge or by rubbing these ends and the release of these foams, the bitterness is removed. How do you get the bitterness out of cucumbers? You can reduce the bitterness in […]

With some careful preparation, a slightly bitter cucumber is safe to eat, and you can use different techniques such as adding seasonings to hide the bitter flavor. However, if your cucumber tastes very bitter, it is safer to discard it and use a different one instead. What is the effect of bitter cucumber? Chinese bitter […]

Answer: The bitterness in cucumbers is produced by the compound cucurbitacin. Cucurbitacins are normally found in the leaves, stems, and roots of cucumber plants. The cucurbitacins spread from the vegetative parts of the plant into the cucumber fruit when plants are under stress. Why does cucumber taste bitter? The actual cause of bitterness in cucumbers […]

It’s best not to eat diseased white cucumbers. Those that are white because of blanching or too much rain are safe to eat, although nutrient deficiencies may result in a significant loss of flavor. Is it safe to eat white cucumbers? They may even be hazardous, and they do not taste good. Those that have […]

In modern times, most slicing cucumbers sport a dark green color. The U.S. Standards for Grades sets the standard for “well colored” as no less that 75 percent of the cucumber surface to be a medium green or darker. What color is a good cucumber? The skin of a cucumber should be a uniform rich […]

Grow Bitterless Cucumbers These will be labeled as bitter-free or burpless and includes these cultivars: Carmen, County Fair, Diva, Garden Sweet, Green Knight, Marketmore 76, Sweet Slice, Slice More, Sweet Success, Sweeter Yet, and Tasty Green. Step two is to grow them so they form less bitter compounds in the fruit. What kind of cucumber […]