Cucumbers for Health - Dr. Weil's Daily Tip

Cucumbers for Health
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Home Ask Dr. Weil Dr. Weil's Food Pyramid Vitamins & Supplements Condition Care Guide Healthy Recipes Gardening Yoga & Fitness Pets Vitamin Advisor Dr. Weil's Vitamin Packs Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging Weil Juvenon Marketplace	Looking for a low-calorie way to get vitamin C and fiber into your diet? Try cucumbers! These summertime favorites are part of the watermelon, zucchini, pumpkin and squash family, and in addition to vitamin C and fiber, provide vitamin A and magnesium. Their moist flesh makes them cool to the touch and they contain ascorbic acid and caffeic acid, two natural compounds which can help prevent water retention - this is why people place cold cucumber slices on their eyes to help reduce puffiness. When choosing cucumbers, look in the refrigerated area of the produce section, as they are sensitive to heat and keep best when stored cold. I recommend choosing organic varieties, and peeling commercially grown cucumbers to remove any pesticide residue. For a simple and refreshing warm-weather drink, add slices of fresh cucumber to ice water. What Makes the Anti-Inflammatory Diet Healthy? From the best grains and oils, to which fish to enjoy (and which to avoid) eating for your health can seem challenging - but it doesn't have to be! Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging has simple yet informative lists for shopping, preparing and cooking. We cover the anti-inflammatory diet from A-Z! Start your free trial today, and save 30% when you join!	Today's Q&A: Coping With Cellulite? Related Q&As: Diets & Weight Loss Sponsor Well-being with Every Step Dr. Weil recommends shoes and orthotic insoles incorporating Orthaheel technology, a science based platform that can help relieve common foot, ankle and knee pain. Orthaheel's podiatrist-designed flip-flops and sandals provide natural support and comfort without compromising style during the summer season. To see our new Summer collection of sandals, shoes and orthotics for both men and women, Visit Orthaheel.com today. More Daily Tips Are You Depressed? Heart Healthy Recipe: Poached Salmon Thin Eyelashes Bugging You? 4 Healthy Carb Choices Are Your Carbs Bad Ones? Want more? Get Dr. Weil's free emails, daily or weekly.	advertisement Dr. Weil's Vitamin Advisor Receive Your FREE Personalized Vitamin Recommendation & Supplement Plan Today! Free Vitamin Recommendation Let Dr. Weil customize a free vitamin & supplement plan for you. Take the Vitamin Advisor questionnaire today! Dr. Weil's Spontaneous Happiness Based on his new book, this online plan helps chart your 8-week path to optimum emotional well-being. Dr. Weil's Anti-Inflammatory Diet Food Pyramid Our interactive tool can help improve overall health through diet. Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging Your Online Guide to the Anti-Inflammatory Diet. Start eating for your health - begin your free trial now. advertisement Dr. Weil's Optimum Health Plan Your 8-week plan to wellness. Begin your journey today! Dr. Weil's Head-to-Toe Wellness Guide Your guide to natural health. Use the Wellness Guide today! Condition Care Guide Learn about health conditions from acne to vertigo, and Dr. Weil's view of the best treatment options for each. Healthy Recipes Discover a treasure trove of healthy, healing foods and creative, delicious ways to prepare them. Q&A Library Over 2,000 questions from you and their corresponding answers from Dr. Weil. Vitamin Library Supplement your knowledge within Dr. Weil's vitamin compendium. Learn why they are necessary and more. advertisement
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