FOOD NEWS
Why You Should Leave The Skin On Your Cucumbers
BY ADAM ROTHBARTH
Instead of slicing the skin off your cucumber, leave it on, as it is perfectly safe to eat. While pesticides can be found on the skin, they can easily be washed off.
Cucumbers also have a natural wax on their skin. By getting organic cucumbers and washing them before consumption, you can ensure you're only getting the good stuff.
In addition to being edible, cucumber skin is where most of the nutrients are. It contains antioxidants, boosts hydration, and helps with digestion.
Cucumber skin holds vitamins A, C, K, multiple types of B, and lots of mineral content. It contains essential minerals like potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, and selenium.