The Watermelon

Similar to Viagra

A slice of watermelon can have effects similar to those of Viagra, the drug for erectile dysfunction, and even may increase the libido, as demonstrated recently scientists at the University of Texas (USA). This is due to its content of citrulline, a substance capable of relaxing the blood vessels. According to the researchers, when watermelon is consumed, citrulline is converted into arginine, an amino acid among other things “enhances nitric oxide production which in turn relaxes blood vessels, and this is the same effect as the viagra to treat erectile dysfunction and maybe prevent it. “

The only problem is that citrulline is found in greater concentration in the watermelon rind. Scientists are now investigating the possibility of producing new fruit varieties with higher concentrations of citrulline in the flesh.

Refreshes

Because of the high percentage of water contained. With a 93% liquid composition is more watery fruit. Superior even to the melon, which has a 80% aqueous formation. Another key component of the watermelon is potassium, which counteracts the sodium and helps us urinating and excess fluid from the body. Thus, both the moisture that gives us as potential diuretic is a perfect summer fruit. The nutritionists also included in slimming as it provides only 20 calories per 100 grams.

Lycopene

The varieties of watermelon whose flesh is pink and red, are considered a moderate source of lycopene. Numerous scientific studies have shown that lycopene has antioxidant properties and, in the diet including foods rich in this substance, like watermelon, it reduces the risk of certain cancers in general, and pancreas, lung, colon and prostate in particular. A high level of lycopene in the blood plasma is especially associated with a lower incidence of the latter type of cancer. In addition, lycopene, for their antioxidant activity, acts against free radicals, harmful to the body, which explains the role of consumption of watermelon in reducing the risk of cardiovascular and degenerative diseases. Moreover, ongoing studies on carotenoids, including lycopene is found, provide evidence supporting the existence of a number of biological actions of these substances, such beneficial effects on the immune system and control of growth and cell differentiation.

Sweet taste and makes you fat

The dream of all the sweet sweet tooth to swell and lose weight. impossible, some will think. For the miracles exist as pieces of fruit. Because they have a low energy content, despite having a sweet taste of watermelon are a perfect food for those trying to lose weight.

Its properties are anti-stress vitamins

The busy modern life is the main cause of ongoing stress we suffer. But did you know that fruit is a food that is effective against? In those states lacking the body needs more than ever the nutrients that are assimilated faster, and three of the most important of these fruits provide:

Vitamin B complex

To use all your energy and thus maintain a much healthier nervous system.

Vitamin C

An excellent helper in the body to prevent and resist infections, besides being the best method to accelerate the healing process of wounds.

Beta carotene

That is the vegetable that has vitamin A and that the body is responsible for processing transform.

Fact: Because a fruit is less abundant in potassium, people suffering from kidney failure and follow a controlled diet in this mineral, can be consumed in moderation, but in greater numbers than most fruits.