Watermelon: Health Benefits Of Watermelon You Never Knew
Did you know that watermelon contains high amount of
beta-carotene, vitamin B, vitamin C and essential minerals such as calcium,
phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iodine and manganese? And the best thing
about it is that watermelon contains only 29 calories per 100 grams, which is
another good reason to eat watermelon.
You should also know that watermelon is loaded with
L-citrulin, an amino acid which has the ability to recover the muscles after
intense workouts for a shorter period of time. A group of experts at the University
of Cartagena Spain, has revealed that the best solution for sensitive muscles
and muscle pain is fresh watermelon or fresh watermelon juice. They’ve also found that ‘L-citrulin’ contained in watermelon, speeds the elimination of
excess lactic acid from the muscles. This is really amazing, right?
So, after finishing a hard workout, you have noticed a
muscle tightening and itchy sensation which appears because of the lactic acid.
Another study proved the benefits of watermelon in people who consume watermelon
juice before intense workouts. L-citrulin is contained more in watermelon than
any other fruit, 120g watermelon has more than 150 mg L-citrulin. And, as we
said, this delicious fruit is loaded with magnesium and vitamins A, B6, and C
which improve the function of kidneys, cardiovascular health, and regulate high
blood pressure.
Watermelon Seeds Are an Excellent Remedy for Kidney Stones
As you can see, this delicious fruit is loaded with healthy
nutrients and it can provide many health benefits. Can I ask you a simple
question – but, did you know that the
watermelon seeds also have many benefits? Yes, and for centuries, watermelon
seeds were used in Chinese folk medicine for treating many different health
problems, such as: kidney stones, etc. They contain magnesium and potassium,
which are known as very effective in treating this disease. (5 Possible Ways To Treat Kidney Stones)
How to use watermelon seeds
It's
very simple! You just have to crush and ground 4 tablespoons of fresh
watermelon seeds. After that, you should boil them in 2 liters of water for 15
minutes.
Watermelon – Nutrition Facts
As we mentioned before, watermelon is low in calories and
has a lot of minerals and vitamins. In order to improve our health, we should
consume it regularly during summer. Watermelon is considered as a perfect body
cleanser due to its large amounts of water and low calories. Also, it contains
beta-carotene, copper, vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, malic acid, calcium,
iodine, nitric acid, potassium, protein, cellulose, sugar, zinc, folate, phosphorus,
fibers, citric acid, lycopene, and magnesium.
Many experts around the world also say that this delicious
fruit can prevent chronic inflammation and many heart diseases because it is
rich in vitamin C and beta-carotene. Also, it can relieve stress and tension,
and improve mental abilities thanks to its large amounts of vitamin B6.
You should also know that watermelon has very positive
effect on the body when it comes to acne, anemia, arteriosclerosis, arthritis,
asthma, gallbladder and kidney stones, bronchitis, headache, decreased
immunity, increased temperature, high cholesterol, bladder and urethra
problems, insect bites, skin inflammations, excessive weight and cellulite.
Yes, watermelon is also a powerful diuretic. Watermelon
positively affect if you have burns or some skin diseases. Make watermelon
juice and place it on burns. It also improves PH value of blood and also clears
the blood vessels of fatty deposits. People with diabetes and those people who
have problems with triglycerides, should keep track of the amount of watermelon
that they eat.
The Best Way to Consume Watermelon
So, what’s
the best way to consume watermelon –
well, the experts say that the best way to consume watermelon is while it is
cold. In order to feel amazing healing properties, you should combine
watermelon juice and juice from other fruits. You can use watermelon for
delicious desserts. And, we highly recommend that you should consume watermelon
during the hot summer days, because it has the ability to return the lost
minerals and fluids. Moreover, it will detoxify your body, and will prevent
many diseases. We really hope you find this article helpful and don’t forget to share it with your
friends and family. Thank You and take care!
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