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Discover here the benefits that watermelon has for health care.

Martes 27 de Septiembre del 2022

Discover here the benefits that watermelon has for health care.

Watermelon is a fruit that offers many health benefits. In the note, you can learn more about the topic.

Watermelon is a fruit that offers many health benefits. In the note, you can learn more about the topic.

Watermelon is a fruit that can be consumed in smoothies, salads, and if you are creative, also in desserts. This food has a large amount of nutrients, vitamins, and other components that help you stay hydrated and take care of your health properly.

This delight has a sweet flavor, making it the ideal fruit after doing some sports or physical activity. It is usually consumed in summer due to its high water content, but you can also enjoy it in other seasons.

In that context, and to learn more about watermelon, below we share the benefits it offers and also the recipe for a delicious dessert, in addition to other facts about the fruit that you should know to start consuming it.


Helps prevent muscle soreness after exercising

This is possible because the fruit has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is advisable to consume it before or after physical activity, depending on each person.


Ideal for losing weight

This is thanks to its high water content. Also, watermelon rind helps with weight loss due to its chlorophyll, and the citrulline it contains. It is advisable to consume it in juices and accompany it with other foods.


Helps take care of cardiovascular health

According to a study on the relationship between watermelon and health, it is highlighted that the fruit promotes the metabolism of arginine and citrulline, compounds that help take care of heart health and are also ideal for people with hypertension.


Do watermelon seeds have benefits?

Seeds of many fruits offer great benefits for health; however, many specialists indicate that this is not the case with watermelon. Although, in some countries, they do offer them as snacks.


When can you consume watermelon?

This is a fruit that can be enjoyed at any time of the year; however, it will not be easy to find it from July to October. Fortunately, in the summer, you can find it at any fruit stand.


Watermelon and mint gelatin recipe

Watermelon can be enjoyed in many ways, so here we share this curious recipe for you to prepare at home.

Ingredients
  • Mint leaves
  • 5 gelatin sheets
  • 8 thin slices of watermelon
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups of natural watermelon juice

How to prepare?

Step 1
  • Whip the cream, separately heat the watermelon juice (just a little). Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water and introduce them into the hot juice to dissolve.
Step 2
  • Chop the mint leaves and combine with the previous preparation. Now, pour the liquid into glasses and let it cool until it solidifies.
Step 3
  • To serve, you can unmold it by placing a glass in some heat, and enjoy.

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