For normal people, it is recommended to consume cucumbers in raw form to preserve the nutrients contained in them. Cucumber is a daily food, washed and eaten directly for the human body does not have any harm, and after cooking will lead to the cucumber in the vitamin content is reduced, is not conducive to the full intake of nutrients in the cucumber. Raw food can ensure the complete intake of nutrients in the cucumber, there is a better nutritional value. The nutrients contained in cucumbers include carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and so on. Each 100 grams of cucumber contains 12 calories, 2.5 grams of carbohydrates, 0.9 grams of protein, 1.9 grams of fat, 0.9 grams of dietary fiber, and 141 milligrams of potassium. However, it is recommended to fully wash before eating, so as not to cause acute gastroenteritis after ingesting bacteria through the mouth, which is not conducive to good health.