Health Benefits of Watermelon

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Watermelon : Best Fruit to Beat the Summer


1.It is an excellant fruit especially for pregnant ladies as it helps in treating morning sickness.Another benefit,it greatly aids in the development of baby's brain, vision, nervous and immune system.




2.Watermelon has extremely high water content and therefore it helps to boost hydration.It helps to beat the summer by  cooling the body and it is good for skin.




3.Watermelon is a good source of Vitamin A,vitamin B1 and B6,vitamin C,pantothenic acid, biotin, magnesium, potassium and dietary fiber.




4.Being rich in Vitamin C,


it helps to boost the immune system and fight against infections.


it protects the body from cell damage by free radicals which cause chronic health problems,including cancer and heart disease.


it helps to build healthy teeth and gums.




5.Watermelon rich in Vitamin B1 and B6 serve as a wonderful energy booster and thirst quencher.It refreshes body,mind and gives full of energy after eating the fruit.




6.Watermelon contains a powerful anti-oxidant called lycopene.It helps in reducing the risk of prostate, breast,colon,endometrial cancers and lung cancer.




7.It is very low in calories and it greatly helps in burning fat and weight management.



Watermelon : Best Fruit to Beat the Summer




8.As a good source of potassium,


it helps to  protect against high blood pressure.


it helps to regulate the fluids and mineral balance in and out of body cells.


it aids in muscle contraction and helps to transmit nerve impulses. 


it cleanses the kidney.


9.Being a good source Vitamin A,


it helps to improve vision and immunity.


It helps in maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin.


it also protects from lung and oral cavity cancers.

Comments

  1. VetirmagalMarch 20, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    Sadly , people with diabetes cannot enjoy this fruit.

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  2. yashikaMarch 21, 2012 at 12:38 AM

    Hi Vetrimagal,

    The American Diabetes Association recommends to eat
    I am not a health expert,you CHECK THIS LINK: http://www.livestrong.com/article/424323-can-diabetics-eat-watermelon/#ixzz1pjbVMJeu

    Thank you.Keep Visiting!

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