Watermelon is a huge fruit with red succulent endocarp. It's seeds are also edible and are believed to contain zinc which increases fertility. One watermelon can serve an entire family hence eliminates chances of some members not being given their share. Suppose you are alone and the idea of buying a whole fruit for yourself doesn't go well with you, then opt for roadside vendors who sell sliced watermelons for as low as $0.2 .
Quick facts about watermelons.
Nutritional content
Health benefits of water melons
1. Hydrates the body
92% of watermelon is water no wonder the name 'water' appears in its name. Water melons can be good alternatives to drinking water as you gain nutrients in the process. This can also help in weight loss as it gives a false feeling of stomach fullness hence you will not eat(of which high calories food could have increased weight contrary to your aim)
2. Supplies essential nutrients.
A watermelon contains Magnesium (Mg), potassium (K), lycopene, betacarotene, amino acids, citrulline, Vitamins; A, B1, B5 and B6. Just imagine all these priceless nutrients in a single bite.
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Magnesium and all vitamins are also available in supplements which we have in our store.Check out.
3. Contains antioxidants
Vitamin C
Prevents cell damage by free radicals.
Carotenoids
Converted by the body to vitamin A.
Lycopene
Responsible for the red color in tomatoes and onions. Has many health benefits as you will learn in this article.
Cucurbitacin E
Has both antiiflammatory and antioxidant properties.
4. Has anti-cancer properties
Lycopene present in melons reduces risk of contracting cancer of digestive system. It reduces cancer risk by lowering insulin like growth factor IGF. A protein involved in cell division. High IGF levels are linked to cancer.
5. Improves heart health
Lowers risk of heart diseases by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels through action of lycopene. If the results of a study on obese and and postmenopausal women is anything to go by, then lycopene has the ability to reduce thickness and stiffness of artery walls. Citrulline present in melons increases levels of nitric oxide (NO) in the body. Nitrogen oxide helps blood vessels to expand hence lowering blood pressure.
6. Lowers inflammation and oxidative stress
In a study, humans were given lycopene rich tomato juice with additional vitamin C. Both antiinflamation and antioxidation went up. Lycopene also helps the brain by delaying onset and progression of Alzheimer's disease.
7. Prevents macular degeneration
Lycopene prevents oxidative damage and inflammation in the eye. Also helps to prevents age related macular degeneration (AMD) an eye problem that causes blindness in old adults.
8. Reduces muscle soreness
Citrulline, an amino acid in melons is responsible for this. It's also available as a supplement. Water melon juice also enhances absorption of citrulline.
9. Nourishes skin and improves hair growth.
Vitamin C present in water melons help the body to make collagen, a protein that keeps the skin supple and hair strong. Vitamin A helps to create and repair skin cells. Deficiency of vitamin A will make the skin to appear dry and flaky.
10. Improves digestion
Contains lots of water and fiber that improves digestion. Fiber increases stool bulk thus preventing constipation while water hydrates digestive tract to smoothen food flow.
- Scientific name: Citrullus lanatus.
- Origin: Kalahari dessert.
- Inner colour: Red.
- Plant type: Vine.
- Abundant content: 92% water.
Nutritional content
Health benefits of water melons
1. Hydrates the body
92% of watermelon is water no wonder the name 'water' appears in its name. Water melons can be good alternatives to drinking water as you gain nutrients in the process. This can also help in weight loss as it gives a false feeling of stomach fullness hence you will not eat(of which high calories food could have increased weight contrary to your aim)
2. Supplies essential nutrients.
A watermelon contains Magnesium (Mg), potassium (K), lycopene, betacarotene, amino acids, citrulline, Vitamins; A, B1, B5 and B6. Just imagine all these priceless nutrients in a single bite.
------******-------
Magnesium and all vitamins are also available in supplements which we have in our store.Check out.
3. Contains antioxidants
Vitamin C
Prevents cell damage by free radicals.
Carotenoids
Converted by the body to vitamin A.
Lycopene
Responsible for the red color in tomatoes and onions. Has many health benefits as you will learn in this article.
Cucurbitacin E
Has both antiiflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Lycopene present in melons reduces risk of contracting cancer of digestive system. It reduces cancer risk by lowering insulin like growth factor IGF. A protein involved in cell division. High IGF levels are linked to cancer.
5. Improves heart health
Lowers risk of heart diseases by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels through action of lycopene. If the results of a study on obese and and postmenopausal women is anything to go by, then lycopene has the ability to reduce thickness and stiffness of artery walls. Citrulline present in melons increases levels of nitric oxide (NO) in the body. Nitrogen oxide helps blood vessels to expand hence lowering blood pressure.
6. Lowers inflammation and oxidative stress
In a study, humans were given lycopene rich tomato juice with additional vitamin C. Both antiinflamation and antioxidation went up. Lycopene also helps the brain by delaying onset and progression of Alzheimer's disease.
7. Prevents macular degeneration
Lycopene prevents oxidative damage and inflammation in the eye. Also helps to prevents age related macular degeneration (AMD) an eye problem that causes blindness in old adults.
8. Reduces muscle soreness
Citrulline, an amino acid in melons is responsible for this. It's also available as a supplement. Water melon juice also enhances absorption of citrulline.
9. Nourishes skin and improves hair growth.
Vitamin C present in water melons help the body to make collagen, a protein that keeps the skin supple and hair strong. Vitamin A helps to create and repair skin cells. Deficiency of vitamin A will make the skin to appear dry and flaky.
10. Improves digestion
Contains lots of water and fiber that improves digestion. Fiber increases stool bulk thus preventing constipation while water hydrates digestive tract to smoothen food flow.
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