Why watermelon is good for us

[Peacefulneedshelp]

Only 6.8% of U.S. adults have optimal cardiometabolic health, while an estimated 47 million have cardiometabolic disorders

Watermelon contains L-citrulline and L-arginine, which are nitric oxide (NO) precursors;

NO helps relax blood vessels and widen arteriesConsuming watermelon juice attenuates reductions in heart rate variability (HRV) after high sugar consumption;

low HRV is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease and mortalityCompared to people who don’t eat watermelon, those who do have healthier quality diets and increased nutrient intakeAmong overweight or obese adults, eating watermelon led to greater satiety, including lower hunger, food consumption and desire to eat and greater fullness, compared to eating low-fat cookies

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[Peony4575]

Thank you for that information it’s interesting . I can happily eat more watermelon

[BobD Volunteer in reply to Peony4575]

Especially with Palma ham!

[paolina in reply to BobD]

Not watermelons!!! Melon with cured ham. Watermelon (anguria)which is very watery with lots of seeds in the fleesh is quite different from Melons which have the seeds in the middle.

[Ppiman]

This sounds interesting and the role of nitric oxide is being carefully looked at. However, over the years, and most especially during covid pandemic, I have decided to doubt much of what Dr Mercola says and take it with a liberal pinch of salt. Some people call him a super-spreader of misinformation and I think they have a point, even though he has a large following (and an even larger bank balance...).

Steve

[Peacefulneedshelp in reply to Ppiman]

I have chosen not to believe those that labeled those that have an opinion that opposes the scare tactics that were used to create fear and push expensive treatments that didn’t work. As always, with anything take what applies and helps but some things that don’t apple leave alone. Natural medicine will always be slammed because Big Pharma can’t rip us off with expensive medications when there are already drugs available that work but went out of patent and generic are available. A good book to read is Empire of Pain and how the FDA has been corrupt since it started.

[Ppiman in reply to Peacefulneedshelp]

I haven’t noticed natural medicines being “slammed” especially but, sadly, I have never found one yet that works for me. I followed Dr Mercola for some time many years ago but got nowhere and concluded he was less sincere and far less knowledgeable than he makes out. But I keep trying! Thanks for the book recommendation.

Steve

[kocoach]

Watermelon also contains Erithyritol which they have just recently found out can cause blood clots and stroke which is another food I loved but now have to give it up.

[Peacefulneedshelp in reply to kocoach]

I looked up several articles and found nothing mentioning Erithyritol. Watermelon is not a chemical it’s a real food. If you have info on that let us all know.

[kocoach in reply to Peacefulneedshelp]

WASHINGTON (TND) — Erythritol is a naturally-occurring sugar found in fruits like grapes and watermelon. A new Cleveland Clinic study suggests that it could play a role in raising the risk of blood clots.

[kocoach in reply to Peacefulneedshelp]

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"Erythritol is found naturally in fruits like grapes, peaches, pears and watermelon. It’s also found in mushrooms and fermented foods like beer, cheese, sake, soy sauce and wine. In addition to whole foods, erythritol is commercially produced for use in baked goods, beverages, candies, chewing gums, chocolates and tabletop sweetener packets."

[Shezxx]

oh thank you i love water melon i should eat more x