The North Oregon Coast has periodic wind storms from the months of October to March. The storms we get here mostly have strong south winds and heavy rain. High wind warnings are issued by the National Weather Service prior to these wind storms with very good accuracy.
Cucumbers contain an anti-inflammatory flavonol called fisetin that appears to play an important role in your brain health. Cucumbers also contain polyphenols called lignans, which may help to lower your risk of breast, uterine, ovarian, and prostate cancers.
In this research paper alone, cucumbers are said to have the following benefits: potential antidiabetic, antioxidant activity, cleansing action of toxins and waste, soothing effect against skin irritation, and prevention of constipation. And here are 10 health benefits of cucumbers in more details. 1. Help you stay hydrated. Cucumbers are 95.2 percent water, which means that a 5-ounce serving contains 4.8 ounces or 150 ml water. That's already about 26 percent of your daily water intake through food. 2. Support heart health. Cucumbers contain potassium (152mg per cup), which can help lower blood pressure.