One fruit that everyone should eat religiously is
Watermelon, the benefits to your health and
many:
Watermelon contains thiamin, riboflavin, niacin,
vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium,
phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese,
selenium, choline, lycopene and betaine.
According to the National Watermelon Promotion
Board, watermelon contains more lycopene than
any other fruit or vegetable.
One cup of diced watermelon contains
43 calories, 0 grams of fat, 2 grams of sodium,
11 grams of carbohydrate (including 9 grams of
sugar and 1 gram of fiber) and 1 gram of fiber.
One cup of watermelon will provide 17% of
vitamin A, 21% of vitamin C, 2% of iron and 1%
of calcium needs for the day.
Many studies have suggested that increasing
consumption of plant foods like watermelon
decreases the risk of obesity and overall mortality,
diabetes, heart disease and promotes a healthy
complexion and hair, increased energy, overall
lower weight.

Asthma prevention: The risks for developing
asthma are lower in people who consume a high
amount of certain nutrients. One of these
nutrients is vitamin C, found in many fruits and
vegetables including watermelon.

Blood pressure: A study published by the
American Journal of Hypertension found that
watermelon extract supplementation reduced
ankle blood pressure, brachial blood pressure and
carotid wave reflection in obese middle-aged
adults with pre-hypertension or stage 1
hypertension and that watermelon extract
improved arterial function.
Diets rich in lycopene may help protect against
heart disease.

Cancer: As an excellent source of the strong
antioxidant vitamin C as well as other
antioxidants, watermelon can help combat the
formation of free radicals known to cause cancer.
Lycopene intake has been linked with a decreased
risk of prostate cancer prevention in several
studies.
Digestion and regularity: Watermelon, because of
its water and fiber content, helps to prevent
constipation and promote regularity for a healthy
digestive tract.

Hydration: Made up of 92% water and full of
important electrolytes, watermelon is a great
snack to have on hand during the hot summer
months to prevent dehydration.

Inflammation: Choline is a very important and
versatile nutrient in watermelon that aids our
bodies in sleep, muscle movement, learning and
memory. Choline also helps to maintain the
structure of cellular membranes, aids in the
transmission of nerve impulses, assists in the
absorption of fat and reduces chronic
inflammation.1

Muscle soreness: Watermelon and watermelon
juice have been shown to reduce muscle soreness
and improve recovery time following exercise in
athletes. Researchers believe this is likely do to
the amino acid L-citrulline contained in
watermelon.

Skin: Watermelon is also great for your skin
because it contains vitamin A, a nutrient required
for sebum production that keeps hair moisturized.
Vitamin A is also necessary for the growth of all
bodily tissues, including skin and hair.

Adequate intake of vitamin C (one cup of
watermelon provides 21% of daily needs) is also
needed for the building and maintenance of
collagen, which provides structure to skin and
hair. Watermelon also contributes to overall
hydration, which is vital for having healthy looking
skin and hair.

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