Jakarta –
Timun Suri appeared seasonal during Ramadan. The fruit that is commonly served for takjil creations contains a variety of benefits. Healthy heart and lose weight.
Timun Suri became one of the common fruits consumed during Ramadan. This golden yellow berwanra fruit can refresh thirst when breaking the fast.
Usually cucumbers are processed into refreshing ice creations. The concoction is quite simple, only added syrup and ice cubes. Can also be used as a mixture of fruit ice.
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In addition to refreshing, cucumber suri also contains important nutrition for the body. This nutrition can provide health benefits, such as maintaining immunity to control hypertension.
Reported from various sources, here are 8 routine benefits of consuming cucumbers:
1. Nutritional content of cucumber
 Illustration of Cucumber Suri Photo: Grandyos Zafna |
Cucumber Suri has a different texture from the usual type of cucumber. The flesh is soft and fibrous, like a mixture of melons and apples.
Just like other types of cucumber, cucumber suri also contains high water. About 96 percent of cucumber fruits are water, such as quoting Hello Sehat.
Other nutritional content of 100 grams of cucumber according to Fat Secret includes 16 kcal calories, 0.12 gram fat, 3.65 gram carbohydrates, and 0.65 gram protein. This fruit is also high in fiber, magnesium, and potassium.
2. Contains high antioxidant substances
Timun Suri also has another term in several countries. This fruit is popularly referred to as ‘Queen Cucumber’ and Cucumber Malabar. It is also known that cucumbers contain abundant antioxidants.
The antioxidant content in cucumber suri can maintain the body’s immunity during fasting. If routinely consuming it can prevent cell damage caused by free radicals. In fact, cucumber seeds also contain antioxidants that can control cholesterol levels.
3. Improve heart health
Cucumber Suri is known to contain a number of minerals, such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, and silica which are quite high. The mineral content is certainly good for the health of the body.
Has been proven in having a positive impact on blood pressure. This fact also refers to its good benefits for cardiovascular health related to the heart.
4. launch digestion
Furthermore, cucumber Suri can also provide benefits to the health of the skin and eyes. This high -fiber fruit plays a good role in improving digestive health.
Thus, connoisseurs of cucumber suri will avoid constipation during fasting. Suitable for consumption when breaking the fast. If you want more benefits to be consumed without the addition of sweeteners.
