Cucumbers are mostly water and contain fiber, which can be beneficial for digestion. However, some people notice bloating, burping, abdominal discomfort or changes in bowel habits after eating raw cucumbers.
This does not necessarily mean cucumbers are harmful. Individual digestive tolerance varies considerably.
For someone with a particularly sensitive digestive system, eating a large amount of raw cucumber at once may be less comfortable than eating a smaller portion. The seeds, peel, portion size and other foods eaten at the same time may also affect how someone feels.
If you consistently notice digestive symptoms after eating cucumbers, keeping a food diary can help you identify whether cucumber is actually the trigger or whether another food is responsible.