Watermelon, watermelon, water melon, pumpkin fettosa . . . call it what you want but it remains the symbol of summer fruit and raise your hand if you have never found with his face set in a crescent with a green skin!
We know how refreshing and refreshing (contains water over 95% ) and for many its benefits are limited to this property but. . . is not the case at all!
While it contains very few calories ( 16 to 100 grams, it is very suitable in dieting), it is also true that despite his sometimes sweet taste, is very low in sugar (4%) and has significant diuretic properties and draining actively contributing to the reduction in the risk of water retention and cellulite .
E ' also rich in one of the most powerful antioxidants (lycopene) , and, according to a Japanese study, brings great benefits especially for smokers helping in the prevention of pulmonary emphysema.
not forget that, despite its predominantly aqueous, watermelon contains good amount of vitamin A, C and potassium , Especially important in replenishing the minerals that are lost because of the heat.
Its beneficial action and regenerating the skin is also shown by the widespread use in the field of cosmetics : refreshed facial masks, moisturizing lotions or tonics are just with watermelon.
Recall also that the amount of watermelon provides important citrulline, an amino acid that helps to produce arginine essential to remove excess ammonia by the body and effective in the treatment of ' hypertension, Besides maintaining a constant level of glucose in the blood .
Last but not least important positive contribution to the watermelon is given. . . potency.
The citrulline content is designed to produce arginine, in addition to remove excess ammonia as mentioned, carries considerable vasodilating action in favor of the erection sexual practice, it seems that six slices of watermelon may have the same value of a Viagra pill . . . assault of Cocomi since then, even the taste, there's just comparison!
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