Top research based health benefits of watermelon

Watermelon is one of the richest known dietary source of vitamin c , vitamin b5 , vitamin a, potassium, copper , good source of amino acid arginine, citrulline.

What does watermelon do for the body ?

Nothing beats fresh watermelon as part of your daily diet. Below is the list of vitamins and minerals that watermelon contains which helps with various functions of the body.

VitaMin C

Improves immune function

Vitamin A

Supports immune systems and helps body organs to function properly

Vitamin B5

Promotes healthy skin , eyes and liver

Potassium

Helps in maintaining blood pressure and heart health

Copper

Helps in keeping never nervous system healthy

what percentage of watermelon is water ?

90%

how much calories does watermelon have ?

30 calories per 100 grams of watermelon

how much sugar does watermelon have?

Note that watermelon contains fructose . 6 grams per 100 grams of watermelon

Can diabetics eat watermelon ?

Watermelon is safe for diabetics if consumed in moderation . It is important to combine it with other fruits that are rich in fiber. Watermelon may raise the blood glucose level as the glycemic index is on the higher side.

Research study

A research study was conducted to compare the effects of consuming watermelon versus an low fat cookie snack for four weeks on body weight, blood pressure, blood glucose, insulin concentrations, bio markers for inflammation , stress and liver function. The study revealed that the body weight increased in low fat cookie trial and decreased in watermelon, post prandial glucose and insulin were not significantly different between two snacks. Four week of watermelon consumption resulted in improved blood lipid profile.

references

Above mentioned study has been published online on ncbi on 12th March 2019. Please refer