Watermelon Is Good For The Eyes, Skin, Heart And Protects Us From Cancer

Watermelon contains only 30 kcal per 100 g, which allows eating as desired. The fruit is rich in water and sugars, which makes it an ideal product for refreshment in the heat. Under its bark are 92% water, fiber and a bouquet of vitamins and minerals that make it even more useful during the summer months.

With one serving of watermelon, which is equal to about 150 g, we provide 21% of daily needs vitamin C, 18% vitamin A, 3% of vitamins B1, B5 and B6, as well as 5% potassium and 4% magnesium. Watermelon contains other useful substances such as carotenes, of which beta-carotene and lycopene, the amino acid citrulline and considered a unique tripterpenoid - cucurbitacin E.

All these nutrients are distinguished by their anti-cancer specialty. Vitamin C is known to have a strong anti-inflammatory effect and an antioxidant that eliminates the action of free radicals. Cucurbitacin has the same characteristics, which, incidentally, is a characteristic bitter substance more common in cucumbers. There is strong scientific evidence that it inhibits cancer growth, and in particular that it stops ovarian cancer cells ES-2, which makes watermelon especially useful for women.

Lycopene is a type of carotenoid to which watermelon owes its specific appetizing color, also known for its anticancer effect. There is evidence that lycopene prevents the formation of cancers in the digestive system. It affects insulin-like growth factor (IGF), which is associated with cell division and cell degeneration. High IGF levels are associated with an increased risk of cancer. 

Watermelon is the fruit of the heart. The beneficial substances in it reduce the risks for cardiovascular health and affect the values ​​of blood pressure and cholesterol in the blood . This is partly due to the oxidizing properties of lycopene. But also citrulline, due to which the levels of nitric oxide in the body increase, as a result of which the blood vessels dilate and the normalization of the blood pressure is achieved. 

Vitamins A, B6, C, magnesium and potassium are also good for the heart.

Due to the anti-inflammatory properties of the nutrients in watermelon and especially due to the rare combination of vitamin C and lycopene - it is especially suitable for consumption in the presence of chronic diseases. Experiments have shown that even with an unhealthy diet, which is the cause of inflammatory processes in the body, the consumption of watermelon reduces C-reactive protein, other markers of inflammation and oxidative stress.

Lycopene probably prevents and slows the worsening of age -related macular degeneration , which causes vision impairment and blindness in adults. There is also evidence that it supports brain health and slows the progression of one of the most serious dementia diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease.

Not to mention diseases, watermelon is the perfect fruit to support athletes . Citrulline in it reduces muscle pain and recharges endurance during exercise.

The high content of vitamin C also ensures the synthesis of collagen by the body, which is key to the youthful appearance of the skin and the strength of the hair. In addition to the healthy appearance of the skin and its water balance, the vitamin A found in watermelon plays a role, and the lycopene and beta-carotene in its composition protect it from sunburn. 

The richness of fiber, in combination with its water content, make it a suitable means of maintaining a regular stomach.