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Can You Eat Watermelon Seeds? - Health Benefits Of Eating Watermelon Seeds by Nobody: 6:40pm On Dec 24, 2014
Those lush and refreshing watermelon slices are surely a delight except when it comes to those tiny seeds right? Watermelon seeds are viewed as a hindrance while gobbling up on this sweet fruit. People often struggle to get these seeds out before eating or simple just spit them out while eating it. But have you ever considered eating watermelon seeds? Watermelon seeds are not only 100 per cent consumable but they are actually very nutritious too. They are rich in potassium, iron, vitamins and fibre. Chew them well before swallowing them to reap all their nutritional content.

Health benefits of watermelon seeds
Watermelon seeds contains amino acids like arginine and lysine that cannot be produced by the body on its own. Lysine helps in calcium absorption and collagen formation in the body. Arginine on the other hand improves metabolism and aids cardiovascular and s*xual health.
Watermelon seeds also contain lycopene which helps improve male fertility.
They are also a good source of B vitamins which aids the nervous system and boosts immune response.
Watermelon seeds are also good for people recovering after an illness.
However, be careful about how much you consume at a time as these watermelon seeds are calorie dense. For the same reason they make for a perfect snack to fuel you before a rigorous workout session


Source: healthmeup.com

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Re: Can You Eat Watermelon Seeds? - Health Benefits Of Eating Watermelon Seeds by SirHouloo(m): 7:03pm On Dec 24, 2014
Never knew it was possible until I tried it. It was ok to the taste.

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