Eat More Watermelon, the natural cure to heart attack

Watermelons are not just a tasty summer treat it is also goldmine for your health.

• Watermelon is fat free
• It is a good source of vitamins A, B6, thiamin and C
• According to USDA, watermelon contains 40% more of the powerful antioxidant lycopene than raw tomatoes.
• Watermelon is an excellent detoxifier

Does lycopene matter?

Lycopene is the provitamin that gives tomatoes and watermelon it’s red color. Many investigations have found that high intake of lycopene correlates with less risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease and macular degeneration.
A heart study measuring lycopene in fatty tissue of 1,374 men showed that it could reduce the risk of a heart attack by 50%.

Watermelon with or without seeds

Studies have shown the seedless watermelon tend to contain more lycopene. Many also find them easier to eat.

However the seeds are very nutritious. They are a good supply of minerals such as zinc and selenium.

Mix watermelon with some fresh mint for a tasty, healthy, detox juice.

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