What You Gain From Eating Watermelons.

Watermelons, called Citrullus lanatus, are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, along with cantaloupe and honeydew. Watermelons are considered to be both fruits and vegetables with a pink flesh and an edible green rind. Even though watermelons contain about 92% water, they are actually considered to be nutrient dense, with low calories. Watermelons are considered to be highly beneficial to health because of the nutrients that promote health that are found in them. Below are the nutritional components of watermelons.

• High water content.
• Contains minerals like copper, magnesium, manganese, selenium.
• Contains vitamins A, B6, B5, B9 and C.
• Watermelons are rich in amino acids like citrulline. The rind contains more citruline than the flesh.
• Watermelons are highly concentrated in lycopene and tripterpenoids which are antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties.
• They are also rich in choline which is a basic compound that is important for the synthesis and transport of lipids.

Some Health Benefits of Watermelons

• Citrulline is an amino acid which is converted to arginine in the body. Arginine is a precursor to nitric oxide, which enables blood vessels to be relaxed, helping in lowering blood pressure. Citrulline also boosts the immune system. Arginine also helps to correct erectile dysfunction in men.
• Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties that gives fruits and vegetables a pink or red colour. It helps to protect the body from heart disease and promotes bone health.
• The fiber and water content of watermelons promote regular bowel movement, thereby preventing constipation and promoting healthy digestion.
• Choline reduces inflammation.
• Watermelons consumption can aid in weight loss efforts and diabetes regulation when eaten in moderation because of the low calories and high water content.
• Watermelons are good for hydration because of the high water content.
• Watermelons can help to reduce muscle soreness due to citrulline.
• Watermelons promote healthy skin and hair because of the vitamins A and C content.

Watermelons do a lot more than listed above. They are an excellent addition to a healthy diet plan and are so easy and cheap to buy. Watermelons are not known to give any allergic reactions. Eating the rind and seeds is perfectly safe and healthy because they contain nutrients too.

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