Reduces Body Fat:
Watermelon contains citrulline, which can reduce the accumulation of fat in our fat cells. Citrulline is an amino acid which converts into arginine with help from the kidneys. It can also block the activity of TNAP, which makes our fat cells create less fat. Watermelon contains more than 90 percent water, watermelon also fills you up quickly and helps control over eating.
Controls Blood Pressure:
Watermelon can control blood pressure. It contains potassium, magnesium and amino acids, which can maintain blood vessels and blood flow. Watermelon also maintain proper electrolyte and acid-base balances in the body. By drinking one glass of watermelon juice daily can keep our blood pressure under control.
Improves Eye Health:
Watermelon is good for eyes. Watermelon contains beta-carotene, which is converted in the body to vitamin A. It helps produce the pigments in the retina of the eye and prevents from night blindness. Vitamin A also maintains healthy skin, teeth, skeletal and soft tissue. Eating one cup of watermelon is good for overall vision.
Improves Kidney Health:
Watermelon helps to purifies liver, stimulates kidney functions and reduces uric acid in blood. Watermelons helps the liver process ammonia which eases strain on the kidneys while getting rid of excess fluids. It can also prevent swelling and kidney inflammation to some extent and reduce the risk of developing kidney stones.
Skin and Hair Benefits:
Watermelon is rich source of Vitamin A. It helps keep skin and hair moisturized, and it also encourages healthy growth of new collagen and elastin cells, according to the Cleveland Clinic. It also contains Vitamin C.Vitamin C is also helps for the growth of new collagen.
