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Red watermelon: benefits and harms

 Watermelon is one of the summer fruits that many people prefer to eat. It is a summer fruit, sweet in taste, spherical or cylindrical, with a light or dark green color, containing a red pulp spread with black seeds, called red watermelon.


What are the benefits of red watermelon, and what is the relationship of watermelon to increased sexual activity, and is there any harm when overeating.

Red watermelon: benefits and harms

Red watermelon benefits:

The potential benefits of red watermelon are numerous, and may include the following:

    Watermelon benefits for hydration:

Water makes up 92% of the components of watermelon, so one of the benefits of watermelon is that it helps to eat it, especially in the summer, in maintaining body moisture, as the individual loses a lot of fluids through sweat, and watermelon also contains essential salts for the body such as potassium.

    Heart health benefits of watermelon:

You must maintain a healthy heart and this requires a healthy diet, and one of the benefits of watermelon for the heart is that it is low in fat and cholesterol, and rich in antioxidants such as lycopene, which works to fight free radical compounds, thus protecting vessels and arteries from hardening.


Watermelon is also rich in antioxidants, such as citrulline, which helps maintain good levels of the amino acid arginine, which is necessary for the production of nitric oxide, which plays an important role in maintaining the elasticity of arteries and blood vessels by helping to curb oxidative reactions.

    Benefits of watermelon for fighting cancer:

One of the benefits of red watermelon is that it is rich in antioxidants such as lycopene, which is associated with reducing the risk of many types of cancer, such as cancers that affect the digestive system.

    The benefits of watermelon for sex:

Men resort to using many treatments to treat erectile dysfunction, and some preliminary studies indicate that watermelon may be an alternative to some types of medications used to treat erectile dysfunction, such as sildenafil, which has some side effects. It is also not recommended for use by individuals with heart disease or chest pain.


Watermelon is a natural source of citrulline, one of the amino acids that improves penis erection in men, which indirectly encourages men to perform and increase sexual activity.


In order to obtain the benefits of watermelon for sex, men are advised to drink concentrated watermelon juice to obtain a higher amount of citrulline, because most watermelon consists of water, and the body may convert the amino acid citrulline to the amino acid arginine, which may turn into nitric oxide that helps in the expansion of blood vessels, which improves blood supply to the penis.


It is worth noting that most studies on the effect of citrulline or watermelon in the treatment of erection improvement are small studies or on animals only, as the research on this effect is relatively new, and it is one of the promising research, as there are no significant risks associated with eating watermelon, unless there is an allergy in the man. , or men with diabetes, as these men are advised to consult a doctor to determine the amount of watermelon that can be eaten.

    Other benefits of watermelon:

There are some other benefits of red watermelon, including:

-Relieve muscle soreness after exercise: Watermelon contains citrulline, an amino acid that may help reduce muscle soreness and recovery after exercise.


-Improve digestion: Watermelon contains fiber and a large amount of water, which helps in bowel movement.

Red watermelon harms:

There are no health problems usually caused by eating watermelon, but some individuals are advised to be careful when eating watermelon, and these individuals include:

    Allergies:

Some individuals develop allergies after eating watermelon, as they show symptoms of allergies such as difficulty breathing or swelling, and the individual is advised when they appear to resort to medical care, as it may lead to excessive sensitivity that may cause death.

    Diabetics:

Watermelon contains a large amount of natural sugar, and diabetics should beware of eating carbohydrates and sugars and eating them in a specific amount. Diabetics are also advised to eat watermelon fruit instead of watermelon juice that does not contain fiber, which facilitates the absorption of sugar and increases the risk of high glucose in the blood.

    Disadvantages of eating red watermelon:

Despite the benefits of red watermelon, it is recommended to eat watermelon in moderation, as excessive intake of watermelon leads to diarrhea, and although watermelon is rich in lycopene, which protects against osteoporosis, diabetes, or high cholesterol, but excessive intake may cause some effects. Side effects such as gas, bloating, or nausea and vomiting.


Watermelon contains a large amount of water, and its excessive intake leads to digestive problems and bloating, and it is also rich in potassium, so it is advised for individuals who eat a potassium-rich diet or take medications that prevent the kidneys from getting rid of potassium, to beware of excessive intake of watermelon, And beware of high potassium in the blood, which may affect heart function, lead to irregular heartbeat, and may cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, or change the mood of the individual.


It is worth noting to buy whole watermelon and wash it well before eating it, and beware of buying pre-cut watermelon, as a day has passed that is contaminated with bacteria called salmonella, which causes stomach pain and severe diarrhea.

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