Fruit cucumber is a kind of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.), also known as spineless cucumber. Its fruit length is about 12~ 15 cm, its diameter is about 3 cm, and its surface is spineless, so it can be eaten raw. Fruit cucumber is a new vegetable variety.

1, anti-tumor: Cucurbitacin C contained in cucumber can improve human immune function and achieve anti-tumor purpose. In addition, the substance can also treat chronic hepatitis and persistent hepatitis, and prolong the survival of patients with primary liver cancer.

2, anti-aging: cucumber is rich in vitamin E, which can play a role in prolonging life and resisting aging; Cucumber enzyme in cucumber has strong biological activity and can effectively promote the metabolism of the body. Rub the skin with cucumber juice, which has the effect of moistening skin and stretching wrinkles.

3. Alcoholism prevention: Alanine, arginine and glutamine contained in cucumber have a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on liver patients, especially those with alcoholic cirrhosis, and can prevent and treat alcoholism.

4. Lowering blood sugar: Glucosides and fructose contained in cucumbers do not participate in the usual sugar metabolism, so diabetics use cucumbers instead of starchy foods to satisfy their hunger, and their blood sugar will not rise or even decrease.

5, lose weight: Propanolic diacid contained in cucumber can inhibit the transformation of sugar into fat. In addition, the cellulose in cucumber plays a certain role in promoting the elimination of spoilage substances in human intestines and lowering cholesterol, and can strengthen the body.

6. Strengthening the brain and calming the nerves: Cucumber contains vitamin B 1, which is beneficial to improving the function of the brain and nervous system, calming the nerves and assisting in the treatment of insomnia.