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  7 Health Benefits of Eating Cucumber   Though commonly thought to be a vegetable, cucumber is actually a fruit. It’s high in beneficial nutrients, as well as certain plant compounds and antioxidants that may help treat and even prevent some conditions. Also, cucumbers are low in calories and contain a good amount of water and soluble fiber, making them ideal for promoting hydration and aiding in weight loss. This article takes a closer look at some of the top health benefits of eating cucumber. 1. It’s High in Nutrients Cucumbers are low in calories but high in many important vitamins and minerals . One 11-ounce (300-gram) unpeeled, raw cucumber contains the following (1) : Calories  :  45 Total fat :  0 grams Carbs :  11 grams Protein: 2 grams Fiber:  2  grams Vitamin C: 14% of the RDI Vitamin K: 62 %  of the RDI Magnesium: 10 %  of the RDI Potassium: 13% of the RDI Manganese: 12% of the RDI Although, the typical serving size is about one-third of a cucumber, so eating a standard  p