Watermelon is native to Africa and in addition to being refreshing, it has many health benefits.
Here are some of them:
1.- Helps you stay hydrated : It is common to associate this fruit with hot summer days. Its composition is 90% water. This helps to stay hydrated.
2.-It is a natural source of Vitamin C: This is essential to strengthen the immune system, helping to prevent colds.
3.-It helps to strengthen the cardiovascular system: Watermelon has been linked to a better hemoglobin production and increases the blood flow.
4.-It regulates body fat: There are studies that suggest that people who consume watermelon while trying to lose weight, obtain better results thanks to watermelons amino acids that regulate fat in the body.
5.-It is a natural diuretic: it purifies the urinary tract and helps kidney health.
One of the most practical ways to enjoy watermelon is with a refreshing juice.
For this you need:
2 cups of chopped watermelon
4 cups of water
⅓ cup of sugar
2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
1.-Blend the chopped watermelon with 2 cups of water and add sugar once it is completely blended.
2.-Pour it in a jug with ice cubes and let it cool in the fridge for 20 minutes.