Watermelon the nutritious juicy fruit

in #fruits7 years ago

Watermelon - scientific name is Citrullus lanatus. It is delicious juicy fruit. Though it contains mostly water about 92% but it has also a great amount of vitamin A, B6, C, antioxidants, amino acids, lycopene and a good amount of potassium. This fruit is fat-free and it contains a low amount of sodium. A cup of watermelon juice has only 40 calories.
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Watermelon protects cells from damage and may help lower the risk of heart disease. It contains choline that helps keep chronic inflammation down. It also contains fiber which encourages a healthy digestive expanse and helps keep you regular. It also encourages healthy growth of new collagen and elastin cells. It contains vitamin C which also beneficial in this regard, as it promotes healthy collagen growth. If you drink watermelon juice before an intense workout it will help to reduce next-day muscle soreness and heart rate. If you eat a reasonable amounts, watermelons should produce no serious side effects.

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