Wednesday, 5 August 2015

Benefits of Water Mellon

Watermelons are mostly water, in addition to water, water melons also contains abundant nutrients. One cup of diced watermelon contains 43 calories, 0 grams of fat, 2 milligrams of sodium, 11grams of carb and 1gram of fiber. Watermelons contain vitamin A, vitamin C, iron and calcium. It is also loaded with the following nutrients, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium choline, lycopene and betaine.
Many studies have suggested that of fruits and vegetables like watermelon decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease. It promotes a healthy complexion and hair, increase energy and over all lower weight.

Vitamin C found in watermelons helps prevent asthma.
Watermelon improves blood pressure.
Lycopene found in watermelons protect against heart disease.
Strong vitamin C contained in watermelon help combat the formation of free radicals know to cause cancer. Intake of lycopene has been linked to decrease risk of prostate cancer.
Water and fiber in watermelon helps to prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract.
Being mostly water watermelon helps hydrate body during the hot months of the year.
Choline in watermelon aids our bodies in sleep, muscle movement, learning and memory.
Amino acid in watermelon helps to reduce muscle soreness after exercises.
Vitamin A in watermelon is good for your skin and hair.
Hurry and get yourself a cup of watermelon juice.

3 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing the useful information

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    1. Thanks young Olive, look out for more useful information about foods that are good and healthy for your body.

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  2. Watermelon is a good source of hydration on hot summer days

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