Health Benefits of Watermelon Juice
Posted October 28th, 2011
Watermelon is one of the most well-liked fruits which is also referred to as a vegetable. The fruit is available throughout the year and is known for its juicy and sweet taste. Watermelons are enjoyed as a fruit, in salads and juices. The fruit contains 91 percent water and approximately 8 percent of sugar. Watermelon juice has many nutritional benefits such as it is fat and cholesterol free and contains low sodium content. Besides this, it is also a rich source of vitamin A and C, as well as containing high concentrations of Lycopene.
Lycopene is an antioxidant which is very beneficial to lower the risk of developing many diseases. The juice is an excellent source of both Beta-carotene and Lycopene which are plant compounds known as carotenoids. These antioxidants deactivate the dangerous free radicals in the body. Free radicals cause substantial damage by oxidizing cholesterol and sticking it to the walls of blood vessels, which results in stroke or heart attack.
The content of Lycopene in watermelon juice helps to get rid of free radicals and reduces the risk of developing other fatal diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, asthma attacks, colon cancer and various heart diseases. By juicing watermelon you can benefit from the constituents of low saturated fats and low cholesterol diet.
Some of the health benefits of water melon juice are described below.
1. Vitamins
Watermelon juice is packed with vitamins A and C. The presence of vitamin A is due to the high concentration of beta-carotene. The juice is rich in many powerful antioxidants.
2. Prevents cold
Usually, vitamin C is associated with orange juice, but fortunately it is also found in abundance in watermelon juice which contributes towards achieving a robust immune system. It also slows down the aging process.
3. Puts off macular degeneration
Macular degeneration is another term used for the loss of vision. It can be prevented by drinking watermelon regularly.
4. Protects against heart disease
Watermelon juice is highly rich in anti-oxidants which make it great for preventing against heart diseases such as strokes, heart attacks, blockage of arteries and walls from blood.
5. Rehydration
Watermelon juice is rich in electrolytes and is 90 percent composed of water. These two characteristics of the fruit make its juice an excellent energy booster besides tasting sweet.
6. Enhanced energy
Watermelon juice is full of vitamin B which is a great for increased level of energy. People who lack vitamin B1, B6 and magnesium, should add watermelon juice to their daily diet.
Besides these benefits, the content of vitamin B6 in the juice helps to cope with panic and anxiety. It increases the ability of brain to tolerate depression and increased level of fatigue. You can also benefit from the juice even more if you are trying to lose weight because it is totally fat free.
You can add watermelon chunks in the juice extractor with other fruits as well. Adding other fruits will not only give you a different taste, but also add some more benefits to the drink.
