Cucumber 🥒 In holistic medicine, cucumber is known for its cooling, hydrating, and naturally supportive qualities in detoxing the body's pathways.​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ It’s especially soothing during warmer months or anytime there's inflammation, puffiness, or digestive sluggishness. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, cucumber is considered a cooling food helping to clear heat, calm the system, and support liver and kidney function in a gentle, accessible way. It’s also a great source of silica and vitamin C, to support skin, connective tissue, and fluid balance.​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ Some easy ways to enjoy cucumber daily:​​​​​​​​ 💦 Add slices to water with lemon or mint​​​​​​​​ 🥑 Eat it with tahini or avocado for a cooling, hydrating snack​​​​​​​​ 🥗 Toss into salads, wraps, bowls, and smoothies​​​​​​​​ 🧖‍♀️ Use chilled slices topically to soothe puffy eyes or irritated skin ​​​​​​​​ 🚪 If you have a door or cabinet that squeaks, rub a slice of cucumber along the hinge and the natural plant oils act as a lubricant to quiet the noise without any harsh chemicals!