HERE IS WHY YOU SHOULD EAT WATERMELON

Having fruits as part of our daily meal does not only help to keep us healthy, it also keeps one fit, boost immune system and also act as supplements.

Watermelon are delicious, low in calories and super hydrating. It is also considered as the perfect summer food because of the amount of
fluid it contains. The following is a good reason why you should include watermelon in your fruit basket.

1. Healthy heart
Eating large amounts of watermelon improves your cardiac functions. Watermelons contain high levels of a remarkable antioxidant called lycopene (hence its red color). Lycopene keeps your heart young and avoids damage done by free radicals.

2. Strong bones
Dietary lycopene (also found in tomatoes) has been recognized to promote healthy bones. This powerful antioxidant reduces the activity of bone cells involved in the development of osteoporosis. And its high potassium levels help to retain calcium, which keeps your bones and joints healthy and strong. 

3. Boost immune system and speeds-up wound healing
Watermelon contains high levels of vitamin C. Vitamin C strengthens your immune system and protects your body against free radicals and oxidative stress. Vitamin C also plays an important role in the healing of wounds. The enzymes involved in collagen production need vitamin C. So if your wounds aren’t healing as they should, increase your intake of vitamin C rich foods such as watermelons and citrus fruits.

4. Aids weight loss
Watermelon contains around 90% water and is very low in calories, making it a great fruit for people who want to lose weight. But its low calorie content is not the only reason why you should eat watermelons regularly to lose weight.

5. Anti-inflammatory properties
Watermelons are rich in flavonoids, carotenoids (like lycopene), and triterpenoids. Especially lycopene has shown some great results in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals.

6. Prevents cancer
Again it is lycopene who steals the show. This powerful carotenoid has been linked to reduce the risk of prostate, breast, lung, uterus, and colon cancer.

7. Alkalize your body
These days our diets are full of acid producing foods (meat, dairy, baked goods, processed foods, and fast foods). High acidic diets have been linked to weight gain and an increased risk of developing diseases such as cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and heart diseases. Ripe watermelons are very alkaline and help your body to neutralize these harmful and damaging acids.

8. Healthy Muscles and Nerves
Watermelon is a good sources of potassium and citrulline to keep your muscles and nerves working properly. It controls the contraction of your muscles and avoids muscle soreness after tough workouts. 

9. Improves vision
Eating plenty of watermelon is good for your eye health, due to its high levels of antioxidants like beta carotene, vitamin-C, lutein, and zeaxanthin. They will protect your eyes against age-related issues like night blindness, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.