**5. Conclusions**

The cosmetic and culinary uses of cucumber without any reported adverse effect are indicative of its versatility. Cucumbers are endowed with phytochemicals that have been reported to elicit positive health benefits ranging from hydration of body cells, body weight control and management of degenerative diseases. It is hoped that as more clinical researches are conducted on whole extracts and phytoconstituents, amazing health benefits shall be unfolded and folkloric claims shall be clarified for diverse but specific therapeutic uses.
