Tag: Cucumber

This article takes a closer look at some of the top health benefits of eating cucumber. It’s High in Nutrients. 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 does cucumber do in the body? All […]

Average fruit weight – 175 to 200 gm. Yield : 20-22 MT/Acre. Suitable for Hot and Dry climate for Summer/Kharif/Rabi. Seed rate: 300-400g/acre. What is the germination rate for cucumbers? Germinating cucumber seeds indoors for outdoor transplanting typically takes 7 to 10 days if people do it correctly. By chitting cucumber seeds (soaking them in […]

Getting back to your question, almost all cucumbers have seeds when they are mature but baby cucumbers (pickling gherkins) are picked before seeds start forming. I am not a plant physiologist, but I think it is reasonable to assume that if you grow cucumbers in your garden, the babies will have negligible seeds. Do Mini […]

How to Choose Cucumbers. Look for firm cucumbers, without blemishes or soft spots, which can indicate they have started to rot. They should be dark green without any yellow spots, which develop as the cucumber is getting overly ripe. At that point, it will often produce off-flavors and odors. How do you tell if a […]

Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise to extract the seeds. Scoop out seeds and any surrounding pulp from the seed cavity. Place this mixture of seeds and pulp into a small bucket or jar with some water. The mixture needs to undergo fermentation for 1-3 days to remove the pulp from the seeds. Can you plant […]

Holes in cucumbers are mainly caused by pickle worms which tend to burrow into the fruit leaving holes in their trail. Fungal or bacterial diseases often develop once entry has occurred. Pickle worms are the larval stage of the pickleworm moth. Is it OK to eat cucumber with holes in it? Hollow fruit, like a […]

English (Or Seedless) Cucumbers English cucumbersEnglish cucumbersThe English cucumber is long, thin, and straight. It can be twice the length of a regular slicing cucumber; a typical English cucumber is around 14 inches long. The skin is dark green and smooth (meaning without any bumps found on pickling cucumbers) with ridges running the length of […]

WAX. In order to preserve moisture, conventional (non-organic) and organic cucumbers could be coated with a wax. The difference is that the organic cucumbers must be coated with non-synthetic wax, and they cannot contain any chemicals prohibited by the USDA under organic labeling laws. Is the wax on cucumbers safe to eat? Wax is most […]

Not all cucumbers have those pesky hard seeds — many are bred to have underdeveloped seeds that are hardly noticeable, much like seedless watermelons. These cucumbers need no seeding or even peeling because their skins are so tender. Which cucumbers are seedless? English cucumbers are sold year round and are usually more expensive than regular […]

Japanese cucumbers are similiar to English cucumbers. They are, long, narrow and have a prickly exterior. They were bred to be “burpless” and tend to be much less bitter than some types of cucumbers. Use raw, in salads, but may also be used for tea sandwiches or in chilled cucumber soup. What can I substitute […]

Some fruits and vegetables, especially those grown in warm climates, produce a natural waxy coating on the surface to prevent too much moisture from being lost. How do you remove wax from store bought cucumbers? Dear Shoiji: To remove wax from your produce, wash it and use a vegetable brush. You can buy fruit/vegetable wash […]

Similar to popping them on your eyes to reduce puffiness, cucumbers mimic the effects in our digestive system too, so they’re great for reducing the effects of bloating. What foods help trapped gas? eating raw, low-sugar fruits, such as apricots, blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, grapefruits, peaches, strawberries, and watermelons. choosing low-carbohydrate vegetables, such as green beans, […]

Swelling or hives around your mouth, throat and tongue commonly occur with oral allergy syndrome. You may also experience itchy skin. If you have an allergy to ragweed, cucumbers may also cause allergic reactions, according to American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology. Can cucumber give you hives? Vegetables that have been reported to have […]

Help Relieve Muscle & Joint Pain – Cucumbers contain minerals and vitamins that can help soothe your achy muscles. Can we eat cucumber in arthritis? Cucumbers. Tossing a bit of cucumber on your salad can help fend off those arthritis symptoms in no time. Cucumbers are a rich source of antioxidants like beta-carotene, vitamin C, […]

Cucumber Allergy Test: Clinical Experience Cucumber can induce symptoms of food allergy in sensitised individuals. Oral allergy syndrome and pruritis of the lips, tongue and throat have been reported. Contact with cucumber may result in atopic dermatitis or contact urticaria. What are the symptoms of cucumber allergy? Swelling or hives around your mouth, throat and […]

Symptoms Tingling or itching in the mouth. Hives, itching or eczema. Swelling of the lips, face, tongue and throat or other parts of the body. Wheezing, nasal congestion or trouble breathing. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. Dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting. Can you have an allergy to cucumbers? Cucumber Allergy Test: Clinical Experience Cucumber can […]

Excess cucumbers can make you feel bloated because they are 95% water. The seeds of this vegetable are a rich source of cucurbitin, which has diuretic properties. Cucumber in large quantities can cause an excessive discharge of fluid from the body which can disturb the electrolyte balance. What part of cucumber makes you burp? Seed […]

Cucumber extract is effective in reducing pain related to moderate knee osteoarthritis(OAosteoarthritis(OAOsteoarthritis (OA) is a type of degenerative joint disease that results from breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone. The most common symptoms are joint pain and stiffness. Usually the symptoms progress slowly over years. Initially they may occur only after exercise but can […]

Applying slices directly to the skin allows phytochemicals in cucumbers to tighten collagen for a firm complexion. This can result in an almost-instant reduction of cellulite appearance. What foods take away cellulite? 10 OF THE BEST CELLULITE REDUCING FOODS Cellulite Reducing Foods #1: Oranges, lemons and grapefruit. Cellulite Reducing Foods #2: Bell peppers. Cellulite Reducing […]

The same research also states that the cooling effect of cucumber relaxes the skin and alleviates irritation or swelling around the eye. Earlier research from 2010 notes that the compound silica, which is present in cucumbers, offers benefits for connective tissue, lightening the skin around the eyes. How long does cucumber take to whiten eyes? […]