Healing properties of watermelon

Healing properties of watermelon

Healing properties of watermelon

1. Cardiovascular & Bone Health
Consuming large amounts of watermelon has also been correlated with improved cardiovascular function because it improves blood flow via vasodilation. Watermelon is also rich in potassium which helps to retain calcium in your body, resulting in stronger bones and joints.

2. Reduces Body Fat
The citrulline in watermelon has been shown to reduce the accumulation of fat in our fat cells. Citrulline is an amino acid which converts into arginine with help from the kidneys, which makes our fat cells create less fat, and thus helps prevent over-accumulation of body fat.

3. Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant Support
Watermelon is rich in phenolic compounds like flavonoids, carotenoids, and triterpenoids. The carotenoid lycopene in watermelon is particularly beneficial in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals. Make sure you pick ripe watermelons, because they contain higher amounts of these beneficial phenolic compounds.

4. Diuretic & Kidney Support
Watermelon is a natural diuretic which helps increase the flow of urine, but does not strain the kidneys (unlike alcohol and caffeine). Watermelons helps the liver process ammonia (waste from protein digestion) which eases strain on the kidneys while getting rid of excess fluids.

5. Muscle & Nerve Support
Rich in potassium, watermelon is a great natural electrolyte and thus helps regulate the action of nerves and muscles in our body. Potassium determines the degree and frequency with which our muscles contract, and controls the excitation of nerves in our body.

6. Improves Eye Health
Watermelon is a wonderful source of beta-carotene (that rich red hue of watermelon which is converted in the body to vitamin A. It helps produce the pigments in the retina of the eye and protects against age-related macular degeneration as well as prevents night blindness.