It is the season of watermelons. They are best during the summer as they will be soft, sweet and juicy.That triangular wedge of bright red/white/green, sweet juiciness forbids us to take life too seriously and shouts, “SUMMER!!!” As if that weren’t enough, watermelon is packed full of nutrition, hydrates and is low-fat. While many of us think of watermelon as a great snack option, when you tally up its nutritive value, you might consider making this all-star a feature player in your cuisine.
Juicy watermelons are indeed packed with some of the best antioxidants in nature, Watermelons are an excellent source of several vitamins: vitamin A, which helps maintain eye health and is an antioxidant; vitamin C, which helps strengthen immunity, heal wounds, prevent cell damage, promote healthy teeth and gums; and vitamin B6, which helps brain function and helps convert protein to energy.
It is an ideal health drink because it is 92 per cent water, and does not contain any fat or cholesterol. It also fills you up fast because of its water content. So have it along with your barbeque or grills as watermelons will prevent you from overeating.
Given below are some health benefits of water melon:
- Kidney Disorders
- High Blood Pressure- Prevent Heat Stroke
- Diabetes
- Heart Care
- Macular Degeneration
- Impotence
Choosing the right Watermelon :
Always choose one that is symmetrical and firm without any cuts and bruises. Turn it over and you will see a yellow colour on one side. The yellow area is a good sign as it shows that the watermelon was rested on the ground while ripening under the sun. It is also an indication that your melon is sweeter and juicer. Slap your melon and if it sounds hollow, then it is ripe.
Are you hesitant to buy watermelon frequently because of its size which will occupy a lot of space in the refrigerator? But now plenty of micromelons are available in the market which will easily fit into any small space. So, next time you hit a fruit shop, don’t forget to shop for a watermelon.
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