Watermelon is one of the most unusual berries. And the impressive size is quite proportional to the beneficial substances contained in the pulp and crust. Having ripened by mid-August, watermelon becomes a wonderful helper for any organism for several weeks.
How to choose and what to do?
Watermelon is a green, striped berry. The correct watermelon should be dark in color, without red soft areas, give a loud click and have a not very dry stem (tail).
In some countries there is a kind of seedless watermelon. But it is more useful with seeds, because they contain oils that allow you to cook aromatic watermelon jam. The crusts of the berries are infused, and an excellent drink for weight loss is obtained. Candied watermelon can be eaten even with high blood sugar levels.
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The huge liquid content in watermelons allows you not only to quench your thirst, but also to help stimulate the kidneys, making them work at full strength. In addition, watermelon restores water-salt balance, normalizes metabolism and saturates cells with oxygen. The folic acid necessary for the body will also have a beneficial effect on the chemical processes of the body, regulate the intensity of blood formation.
The iron contained in watermelons (by the way, there is more of it only in lettuce leaves) will help to cope with anemia (lack of hemoglobin). Often, it is pregnant and lactating women who need such help.
People suffering from diabetes mellitus appreciated this berry and introduced it into the diet, thanks to the digestible fructose and the opportunity to pamper yourself with the "right" sweet. And the presence of fiber in watermelons will help cleanse the body of toxins and toxins, lose weight and normalize the state of the vascular system, removing cholesterol, which is especially important when atherosclerosis and arthritis are identified.
The rich content of vitamins (C, B2, B1, PP) is mainly aimed at maintaining the overall tone and rejuvenation of the body.
The pulp of a ripe watermelon reduces acidity and soothes exacerbations of gastritis, heals the liver. And the use of watermelon in various diets only proves its positive effect on the stomach and the ability to cleanse the body. It should be noted that watermelon also helps with hypertension, normalizes blood pressure.
In cosmetology
Face masks made from watermelon pulp and juice have long been proven to have a moisturizing and firming effect.
Many celebrities brush their teeth with a paste with the addition of watermelon pulp to enhance the whitening effect.
Watermelon seeds, crushed and mixed with water, can also rid the skin of acne, breakouts and enlarged pores.
In many aspects, the positive effect of watermelon on health and beauty is becoming evident and used in the creation of folk and special remedies.
