5 delicious/healthy reasons to eat watermelon:
I probably won't have a very difficult task today trying to convince you to eat watermelon! Fresh, delicious and so summery: it is loved by all (or almost)... But did you know how good this fruit (which is in the same family as cucumbers and squash, so botanically it is more like a vegetable) is also for your health? Here are some reasons to eat even more throughout the summer, as well as some recipes.
1. For mental health
Watermelon also contains a large amount of vitamin B6. This vitamin acts on our brain, reducing symptoms of stress and anxiety. It could even prevent panic attacks in some cases.
2. For libido
Watermelon contains an amino acid called citrulline, which is used to synthesize another extremely important amino acid for our body: arginine. Arginine plays a role in normal cell division, healing, ammonia removal, and... is a natural Viagra species! Indeed, arginine would relax the blood vessels, just like this known drug.
3.for antioxidants
Like tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables, watermelon contains lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. Researchers have already established that this substance has a protective effect against prostate cancer. Research is continuing on other common cancers.
4. For hydration
With 92% water, it's almost as refreshing to bite into a melon slice as to drink a glass of water! And when it's really hot, every source of hydration counts. Especially in the case of children, who during a heat wave may refuse to drink enough but will rarely lift their nose on watermelon!
5. Water melon for the heart
Watermelon contains beta-carotene, vitamin C, potassium and fiber. All these nutrients are known to promote good blood pressure, and good blood cholesterol levels.
Season:
The best months to consume watermelon are June, July, August and September. It is possible to find them at other times of the year, but they are not as tasty and sweet, because they are picked before their maturity.
8 Incredible Health Benefits of Melon Water Consumption:
Watermelon is a sweet red, fleshy and juicy fruit that is best enjoyed when served cold in summer or dry season. It is composed largely of water and can help rehydration. It also benefits those who want to lose weight. Besides water, watermelon also contains lycopene, potassium, calcium, iron amino acids and vitamins such as vitamin A and C. Here are some of the health benefits of watermelon.
1 Good for weight loss
Watermelon is very low in calories and is fat free. It also has a very high percentage of water which is very effective for those who want to lose weight. It is also an excellent fruit that helps in the fight against dehydration.
2 Helps regulate hypertension and maintains a healthy heart
watermelon helps prevent our cells from damage and studies have shown that eating watermelon is capable of reducing the risk of developing heart disease. watermelon also reduces hypertension because it contains potassium. All fruits and vegetables that contain potassium aid in reducing hypertension.
3 Cancer prevention
Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant found in watermelon and tomatoes. The antioxidant properties of watermelon are responsible for reducing the risk of cancer.
4 beautiful hair and skin
Applying the hair and skin products helps but we need to eat foods that naturally promote beautiful skin and hair. Vitamin A helps keep our hair and skin hydrated and it also encourages the growth of our hair and skin.
5 digestion aid
watermelon contains enough water and fiber to help digestion.
6 hydration
We need to drink enough water every day, or we will become dehydrated. Drinking water and eating water-based foods, fruits and vegetables are ideal to combat dehydration. Water melon contains up to 92% water and can therefore help keep us hydrated. Lettuce also contains a high percentage of water as well.
7 Inflammation reduction aids
Lycopene in watermelon helps reduce inflammation. This is beneficial for people who suffer from inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. Lycopene neutralizes free radicals also because it is an antioxidant.
8 watermelon helps reduce muscle pain
Anyone who is exercising or training has probably experienced muscle pain. Eating watermelon or natural drinking water of melon juice before training can help reduce muscle pain that occurs after physical exercise.
Health risks
Anything taken in excess causes health problems and watermelon is no exception. Those who have too much potassium in their system should not consume too much watermelon or foods that are rich in potassium. This condition is known as hyperkalemia. Hyperkalemia can cause heart problems.
How to store and watermelon for babies?
⦁ Wash fruit under running water. Store in a clean, dry place or cut off. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, lycopene and beta-carotene levels in watermelons increase when stored uncut at room temperature.
⦁ Cut the fruit into small pieces, remove the seeds, then feed it to your baby.
⦁ Store the cut watermelon in a refrigerator in an airtight container or wrap it with food grade plastic on the side that has been cut. Refrigerate cut melon for no more than 24 hours, if using for your baby.
⦁ Bring the refrigerated melon to room temperature before serving it to your baby to avoid a cold.
Careful:
Watermelon is full of seeds that increase the risk of suffocation. Remove all seeds before giving your baby fruit. Feed only when the baby is sitting upright.
How to choose watermelon?
Watermelon is the fruit less contaminated by pesticides. Melons do not fall on the list of "dirty dozen foods", according to the EWG. You can choose organic watermelon if you want. But keep these things in mind while selecting a watermelon:
⦁ A fully grown watermelon is the heaviest. It should look smooth and slightly dull on top.
⦁ You can tell if it is ripe by punching it with your finger. A ripe watermelon should sound hollow when you type.
⦁ Check for cuts, bruises, depressions and falling spots, which indicate rotten or overripe fruit.
⦁ In a watermelon at full maturity, place on the ground or lower abdomen becomes yellow or cream. Fresh farm watermelons are crisp, juicy, and healthy.
⦁ Do not buy frozen or canned watermelon. Avoid buying pre-cut watermelons for babies as they are at high risk of contamination.
